“Never in my wildest dreams did I think this new Centre for Humanity and Common Good would be named after me. I am delighted to consider the vital role it will perform, under the able directorship of Dr. Jens Zimmermann, in service to the future of humankind. Dreams of a technocratic utopia and the illusionary powers that come with the misuse of science continue to threaten our human nature. This Centre for Humanity and Common Good will offer an indispensable service in addressing such contemporary challenges. Yes, it will be a Centre for the study of humanity, but it will also be a defender of humankind against the possibility of dehumanizing dystopias to come.”