Quote by John Charles Polanyi

Some dreamers demand that scientists only discover things that can be used for good.

Some dreamers demand that scientists only discover things th

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This quote suggests that there are certain individuals who hold the opinion that scientists should only pursue discoveries that have positive and beneficial implications. Such dreamers might expect scientists to primarily focus on advancements that can be used for the greater good of society and reject any explorations that may have potentially negative consequences. This viewpoint implies a desire for a selective direction of scientific research, guided by ethical or moral considerations, to ensure that scientific progress is consistently aligned with positive outcomes.

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