“Societies will, of course, wish to exercise prudence in deciding which technologies that is, which applications of science are to be pursued and which not. But without funding basic research, without supporting the acquisition of knowledge for its own sake, our options become dangerously limited.”
Quote by Carl Sagan
Work
Dragons of Eden: Speculations on the Evolution of Human Intelligence
This book delves into the theory that dragons played a significant role in the development of human intelligence. It examines the evolutionary path that led to modern human cognition and speculates on the influence of ancient creatures on human evolution. more
Author
Carl Sagan
Carl Sagan was an American astronomer, cosmologist, author, and science communicator, born on November 9, 1934, in Brooklyn, New York. He is renowned for his profound research into the cosmos and his dedication to popularizing science. Sagan proposed numerous theories about the origin of the universe and life, and he made complex scientific knowledge accessible to the public with his unique perspective and clear, engaging writing style. more
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