It is the potential for economic growth that provides the basis for the development of countries, for bringing to people essential goods and services, such as water to drink and facilities for healthcare.

I have a great deal of difficulty with those who live in a hugely prosperous country telling people in the developing world that they should be deprived of a critical source of energy.

In every aspect of life, including the economic dimension, we are always challenged to do the right thing. In many cases in the market system, which allows a great deal of latitude for human choice, people can get carried away to excess.

It is important to remember that all business has an impact on the lives of real people.

When you have a novel, exciting finding, that gets attention. People are going to push back, and that's honestly how science should work.

In scientific subjects, the natural remedy for dogmatism has been found in research.

No delusion is greater than the notion that method and industry can make up for lack of mother-wit, either in science or in practical life.

I schooled in Himachal Pradesh. I had taken up science and, initially, wanted to become a doctor. There are few career options for students of science though, so I shifted to Delhi and decided to try theater instead.