Heading towards a better world. Part 1: wisdom, compassion, and personal responsibility. Issue 9 (20th October 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ernst, Richard R.
• Is Part Of: Toxicological and environmental chemistry. Volume 98:Issue 9(2016)
• Page Start: 1084
• Page End: 1091
• Publication Date: 2016-10-20
• Subjects: wisdom -- compassion -- personal responsibility; Toxicology -- Periodicals; Environmental chemistry -- Periodicals; 571.95
• DOI: 10.1080/02772248.2015.1134531
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0277-2248

Abstract

Abstract : This essay in two parts summarizes the author's view on the personal and institutional responsibility of researchers and universities for enabling a beneficial future of our globe. All too often, we have lost a greater perspective and are living shortsightedly on the account of the weaker members of today's society and depredate the resources of future generations. In this situation, academics and universities carry a heavy load of responsibility, remembering that they educate the citizens of tomorrow, especially their political, economic, and spiritual key leaders. – The first part addresses the educational aspects for enhancing comprehension of those essential aspects that determine the fate of mankind. – The second part starts with a brief analysis of some current trends and formulates the particular responsibility of universities resulting from it.