Our aggression is a deep instinct which survives in all kinds of manifestations in modern man. Robert Winston aggressiondeepinstinct Change image and share on social
Robots may cut down on infection and mean a consultant can see more patients, but wouldn't you rather meet the doctor than a machine? Robert Winston consultantcutdoctor Change image and share on social
It's very clear from Biblical history and Jewish history that Jewish monotheism wasn't developed in an instant, that it became gradually the accepted norm. But undoubtedly, Jewish ancestors were polytheists. Robert Winston acceptancestorbiblical share on social
Scientists tend to build a reputation on refuting the theories of those who have gone before. Yet, whatever we hypothesize, observe, measure or record about the natural world, it leaves more unanswered questions. Robert Winston buildhypothesizeleaf share on social
Although religion might be useful in developing a solid moral framework - and enforcing it - we can quite easily develop moral intuitions without relying on religion. Robert Winston developeasilyenforce Change image and share on social
I think scientific arrogance really does give a great degree of distrust. I think people begin to think that scientists like to believe that they can run the universe. Robert Winston arrogancebegindegree Change image and share on social
I did not study science at school until I was 13, when I was totally turned on by a seemingly dreary old teacher who suddenly, unannounced, manufactured a huge explosion in the middle of a totally boring monologue. From then on, all of his class wanted to make explosions. Robert Winston boreclassdreary share on social
Man is a competitive creature, and the seeds of conflict are built deep into our genes. We fought each other on the savannah and only survived against great odds by organising ourselves into groups which would have had a common purpose, giving morale and fortitude. Robert Winston buildcommoncompetitive share on social
We live longer and healthier lives than ever before. Animal research has improved the treatment of infections, helped with immunisation, improved cancer treatment and had a big impact on managing heart disease, brain disorders, arthritis and transplantation. Robert Winston animalarthritisbig share on social
However pragmatic you are, it is very demanding being a new parent. Robert Winston demandparentpragmatic Change image and share on social
