Quote by Kary Mullis

Science has not been successful by making up explanations of things that fit with the current social fabric.

Science has not been successful by making up explanations of

Summary

This quote highlights the principle of scientific objectivity and the importance of unbiased explanations. It suggests that successful scientific progress cannot be achieved by creating explanations that align with societal expectations or norms. Rather, science should strive to provide explanations that are based on empirical evidence and adhere to the principles of rationality and logical reasoning, regardless of their alignment with existing social constructs or beliefs. This implies that scientific knowledge should be independent of subjective influences and be rooted in unbiased observations and data analysis.

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By Kary Mullis

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