tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1850379426161011153.post-83809313697467868892008-03-25T12:38:00.000+02:002008-03-25T12:38:00.000+02:00Hi Perry... Well, knowledge qua abstract knowledge...Hi Perry... Well, knowledge qua abstract knowledge rarely has effects just on its own. The point is the direct consequences of pursuing the truth - doing experiments that might create a black hole, say - should SOMETIMES be considered. Scientists shouldn't self-censor, but if the consequences are likely to be vastly negative, they should at least CONSIDER this.Michael Meadonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08077107616686254136noreply@blogger.com