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"Science and technology offer enormous opportunities for the betterment of mankind. Unfortunately these potential benefits are overshadowed by the exploitation of science for military ends. This report aims to bring these matters to the attention of the world community, focusing on some of the crucial decisions that have to be taken. It is a wake-up call for all of us." Sir Michael Atiyah OM FRS |
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"Ideally science ought to be the disinterested study of nature; ideally universities ought to be the eyes, mind and conscience of society. Dr Chris Langley's brilliant and vitally important book 'Soldiers in the laboratory' documents the tragic erosion of these ideals during the last few decades. It describes the perversion not only of science, engineering and technology, but also of the university system itself, by the pervasive influence of the military-industrial complex.........Langley pleads for a wider definition of security, where solutions to the urgent problems of the world would be seen as establishing the basis for global stability and safety" Professor John Avery, |
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“At last a report which takes the lid off science funding and priorities. The military succeeds when the people’s needs fail to be met.” Dr Ian Gibson MP, |
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"Soldiers in the Laboratory" is an important book, and I agree with its major findings. Its message should be disseminated widely, as it will help to stimulate a more open discussion on the issues of national security. Robert A. Hinde, CBE, FRS, FBA |
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shocking reminder of the scale of military research funding in the UK which
sucks up almost a third of public research money. Public health and sustainable
agriculture research suffer as a result, as potentially effective low tech
approaches which can't attract big business go neglected".
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“Ever since 1945, and under Tory and Labour governments, Britain has spent disproportionately more of its research and development budget on military technology than any other European country - a huge waste of scientific resource. Will it ever change? SGR's new report argues that it is both possible and desirable.” Professor Steven Rose, |
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