Guy Oshiro wrote:
>> Dear scientists,
>> Is Science a moral endeavor?
I'd guess no, excepting the application-driven type, with specific
social/non-science goals in mind.
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>> Now, I find myself starting to question both my reasoning and my
> sanity.
> I am currently working on my Ph.D. studying cell cycle regulation in
> yeast. This is a far cry from my goal of helping humanity but I think
> this basic research work is important because it will give us a clue on
> how things work.
I'm working in Theoretical Chemistry. At lest you can get people to
listen to you-- but I feel where you're coming from here.
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>> Please forgive me for the inane rambling.
>> I guess my main question is this -- why do scientists do what they do?
> don't get me wrong, I love being a scientist. I love the act of
> discovery and the ability to figure out a research question. But when
> you do that at the expense of all else - I begin to question the
> reasons. Do you do it because you love doing it or because you believe
> that you are doing it for the good of humanity?
Great questions! I'm sorting through some of those issues, too.
Can't wait to read the responses & comments....
J.Harkless
