Science, Heal Thyself

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The scientific enterprise is under threat, as political forces, inadequate funding, and a perverse incentive structure undermine its credibility and hinder its progress. Applying the scientific method to these challenges could be science's best hope for reinvigorating the quest for transformative discoveries.

NEW YORK – Science may be humankind’s greatest success as a species. Thanks to the scientific revolution that began in the seventeenth century, humans today enjoy instant communication, rapid transportation, a rich and diverse diet, and effective prevention and treatment for once-fatal illnesses. Moreover, science is humanity’s best hope for addressing such existential threats as climate change, emerging pathogens, extra-terrestrial bolides, and a burgeoning population.

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