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“Science is unable to set its own priorities. It is also incapable of determining what to do with its discoveries.” quote by Yuval Noah Harari
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““Science is unable to set its own priorities. It is also incapable of determining what to do with its discoveries.””

Yuval Noah Harari

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Source Book: Homo Deus, 2015

Science cannot prioritize or ethically guide its own discoveries without external input.

In simple terms: Science lacks self‑direction.

Key Takeaway

Guide science with ethics.

Themes

science policy ethics future studies

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical analytical

When to use this quote

  • research funding
  • AI development
  • public policy

Key Concepts

responsibility governance

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who should set scientific priorities?
  • How to ensure ethical use of discoveries?
A Different Perspective

Science may be swayed by political agendas.

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