IELTS Writing task 2: Scientific research should be carried out and controlled by private companies rather than governments. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages? Write an essay with at least 250 words

There has been significant discourse surrounding the proposal for scientific

research

to be conducted by

governments

rather than private entities.

While

some would argue the opposite on the grounds that it engenders greater innovation, I contend that

governments

can conduct better

research

as they are less susceptible to corporate influence. Admittedly, there have been cases where privately funded scientific

research

has stimulated innovation. Individuals who conduct

research

on

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behalf of commercial interests are typically encouraged to think creatively in developing new solutions to pervasive problems.

For instance

, SpaceX is a for-profit corporation

that is

leading its competitors in terms of innovating space travel. Founded and managed by tech magnate Elon Musk, it has introduced new solutions to existing problems in space transportation

such

as reducing production costs on their rockets by using 3D printing technology and mass production methods.

Furthermore

, SpaceX has pioneered the utilization of reusable rockets as half of them have flown more than once with little to no refurbishment. From

this

case, it can be understood why some argue commercial entities should be in charge of conducting scientific

research

.

However

, the case for

governments

conducting scientific

research

is stronger. With private companies conducting

such

research

, they are more predisposed to financial incentives since they are primarily driven to boost profits.

In contrast

,

governments

conduct scientific

research

often with the altruistic aim of finding solutions to various societal problems in their respective nations. To cite an example, a private medical firm in Ghana was tasked with conducting

research

and producing 600,000 doses of their own COVID-19 vaccine.

However

, these doses did not meet WHO standards after testing

as a result

of the

research

process being rushed to maximize profits. It was only when the

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government intervened to replace the previously made doses with their own newly certified products that the public

finally

felt at ease. In conclusion,

although

privately sponsored scientific

research

has an important place thanks to the competition that drives innovation, I believe that

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research

exerts a more positive impact on society and the public good. In the near future, it can be predicted that the scientific community will be able to welcome more scientific breakthroughs thanks to the funding of the state.