Science and Humility

Science holds immense power, but it also comes with significant responsibility and uncertainty. Emphasizing the need for humility, John highlights the importance of recognizing our knowledge gaps, particularly in rapidly evolving fields like infectious disease. The peer review process, while better than nothing, often fails to adequately filter out low-quality research due to unexamined incentives, underscoring the necessity for a more rigorous and inclusive approach to scientific inquiry.