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Andrei Dmitriyevich Sakharov
(21 May 1921 - 14 Dec 1989)
Soviet nuclear physicist.
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Science Quotes by Andrei Dmitriyevich Sakharov (2 quotes)
Profound thoughts arise only in debate, with a possibility of counterargument, only when there is a possibility of expressing not only correct ideas but also dubious ideas.
— Andrei Dmitriyevich Sakharov
In Progress, Coexistence, and Intellectual Freedom (1968).
We regard as 'scientific' a method based on deep analysis of facts, theories, and views, presupposing unprejudiced, unfearing open discussion and conclusions. The complexity and diversity of all the phenomena of modern life, the great possibilities and dangers linked with the scientific-technical revolution and with a number of social tendencies demand precisely such an approach, as has been acknowledged in a number of official statements.
— Andrei Dmitriyevich Sakharov
Progress, Coexistence and Intellectual Freedom (1968), 25.
See also:
- 21 May - short biography, births, deaths and events on date of Sakharov's birth.
- The World of Andrei Sakharov: A Russian Physicist's Path to Freedom, by Gennady Gorelik and Antonina W. Bouis. - book suggestion.
- Booklist for Andrei Sakharov.
In science it often happens that scientists say, 'You know that's a really good argument; my position is mistaken,' and then they would actually change their minds and you never hear that old view from them again. They really do it. It doesn't happen as often as it should, because scientists are human and change is sometimes painful. But it happens every day. I cannot recall the last time something like that happened in politics or religion.
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