On the role of science

The purpose of science is to understand the nature where we live and continuously we have to give more than what we take from the earth and above all science is intended to improve the quality of life of the people…Science is very pure in its aims, and science does not know any borders, of either geography, political, linguistic or religious.

But, science, has one disadvantage as well ? In division of people between those who know science and those who do not; those who use it and those who do not. The divide, manifests itself in many names, such as, developed and developing nations; economically advanced and economically backwards; and the latest phrase used is; digital divide.

This divide caused by imbalances in scientific knowledge has been one of the key factors leading to disharmony across the world including religious or political conflicts, terrorism and civil disobedience. Fortunately, science also has the potential to remove these imbalances and bring happy and prosperous order in the nations and societies across the world.

Public communication of Science and Technology is a great tool for societal transformation, since it enables interfaces among public, policy makers, industry and even among scientists and pave the way for scientific applications virtually in every facet of human development and inspires at all levels. The role of science communication is no longer limited by communication bandwidth but the imagination bandwidth of scientists.