If you can’t program it, you haven’t understood it.
David DeutschRead
Modern science is fast-moving, and no laboratory can exist for long with a program based on old facilities. Innovation and renewal are required to keep a laboratory on the frontiers of science.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Innovation is essential for keeping scientific research relevant and effective.
Burton Richter emphasizes the importance of continual innovation and renewal in scientific laboratories. As scientific fields advance rapidly, relying on outdated methods and equipment can hinder progress. Thus, to thrive and remain at the forefront of research, labs must adopt new technologies and methodologies that reflect the latest developments in science.
Themes
ScienceInnovationResearchProgressLaboratory
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a science conference to emphasize the need for cutting-edge research.
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