One important idea is that science is a means whereby learning is achieved, not by mere theoretical speculation on the one hand, nor by the undirecte… - George E. P. Box

The researcher hoping to break new ground in the theory of experimental design should involve himself in the design of actual experiments. The investigator who hopes to revolutionize decision theory should observe and take part in the making of important decisions.

We have a large reservoir of engineers (and scientists) with a vast background of engineering know how. They need to learn statistical methods that can tap into the knowledge. Statistics used as a catalyst to engineering creation will, I believe, always result in the fastest and most economical progress…

The penalty for scientific irrelevance is, of course, that the statistician's work is ignored by the scientific community.