From MRI to Ozempic: breakthroughs that show why fundamental research must be protected

Breakthroughs in Fundamental Research

Fundamental research, driven by curiosity, has led to significant discoveries, such as MRI and Ozempic.

In times of financial constraint, it is essential for funders to recognize that great discoveries often arise from work that was initially searching for something completely different.

Great discoveries often arise from work that was looking for something completely different.

Examples of breakthrough technologies that emerged from fundamental, curiosity-driven science include MRI.

Despite budget pressures, it is crucial to protect funding for fundamental research, as it can lead to unexpected and groundbreaking innovations.

Авторское резюме: Fundamental research leads to groundbreaking innovations.

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Nature Nature — 2025-10-29