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

Breakthroughs in Fundamental Research

Fundamental research, driven by curiosity rather than profit, has led to numerous groundbreaking discoveries, such as MRI technology and the development of Ozempic.

In today's financially constrained environment, it is essential for funders to recognize that significant breakthroughs often arise from work that was initially searching for something entirely different.

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

As budgets for fundamental research face pressure worldwide, it is crucial to protect and support these studies, which seek to advance knowledge for its own sake, without expecting a direct return on investment.

Author's summary: Fundamental research leads to groundbreaking discoveries.

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Nature Nature — 2025-10-29

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