Question

Why does a society devote some of its resources to this business of developing
new knowledge about the natural world, or what has motivated these scientists
to devote their lives to develop this new knowledge?
answer in 2 lines​

Answer 1

Answer:

As mentioned only motivated persons can produce and published scientific research in the academic environment. It is a hard job to produce regularly novelty, with enough contribution for the scientific community, impact in the society or industry, and present it in a way that is interesting for the other researchers and for the publishers. To my mind, people are willing to work and do research. There are lots of issues in third world countries that detailed research is needed. However, the where-with-all is not available. Universities in the developing countries are cash-strapped.  Funding is the major problem. Most universities are owned by governments who can barely provide necessary and basic infrastructure for the people they govern. Many universities cannot afford to provide computers and other laboratory gadgets that will facilitate research. Where these are not available, what can be done? Many university lecturers use their salaries, which can hardly take care of their families, to do research. Grants are hard to come by. I believe if we are serious about motivating high-quality research in developing countries, funds must be provided. Again, exposure through training is needed.