Il ruolo dello scienziato nel mondo di oggi

Scientific research underpins socioeconomic progress and will enable mankind to address the major challenges of our time through currently unknown solutions. In particular, curiosity-driven fundamental research is essential to achieve groundbreaking innovation. To reach this goal, scientists must focus on the quality of their work and uphold the core values of research: integrity, ethics, transparency, reproducibility, collaboration across geographic boundaries, and interdisciplinary dialogue. Passion, creativity, humility and perseverance are essential qualities of the scientist, along with the ability to communicate effectively with the public and policymakers, to generate trust for research and support informed decisions at all levels.