Throughout human history, science and technology have served as a significant catalyst for the advancement of humankind. However, while the essence of the field of science is to innovate ways to make burdensome tasks easier and more efficient, there have been many occurrences when scientists practised their occupation with the wrong motives in mind, such as to gain money, fame, and other superficial things. This essay will further discuss the notion of what the essential purpose of science should be.