Martin Ryle

“We have reached the point where the accumulation of arms has become collective suicide.”

“The great advantage of the new techniques of radio astronomy is that they enable us to see the universe in a new light.”

“Our global society is now so complex and so fragmented, it is hard for any one person to see the whole picture.”

“The development of nuclear weapons has created a situation in which we are living on borrowed time.”

“I believe that the scientist has a special responsibility to society, to use his knowledge for the benefit of mankind and not for its destruction.”

“Science, as a social activity, is a product of its time. It is not an abstract, timeless pursuit of truth.”

“I am deeply concerned about the way in which science and technology are being used to develop ever more sophisticated weapons of mass destruction.”

“For a scientist, the award of a Nobel Prize is the highest honour to which he can aspire.”