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“Reliable scientific knowledge is value free and has no moral or ethical value. Science tells us how the world is. ... Dangers and ethical issue arise only when science is applied as technology.”

Quote by Lewis Wolpert

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Lewis Wolpert
Lewis Wolpert

Lewis Wolpert is a British author and biologist, renowned for his contributions to the field of developmental biology. His research focused on the cellular and molecular processes of embryonic development. Wolpert's works span both scientific popularization and academic research, with his book 'Biological Development' being considered a classic in the field. more

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