Responsible science translation involves a protracted, multi-step procedure that results in secure and efficient medical interventions. Scientists might learn during this procedure that a method that appeared promising in the lab does not work in animals or that a method that did work in animals does not work in humans. They may find that while a medication efficiently manages the signs and symptoms of an illness or damage in humans, its hazards are intolerable. Scientists invite their colleagues to thoroughly examine and reproduce their work. Although the process of turning science into medicine is frequently drawn out, it is made to minimise patient harm and increase the likelihood of success. Find out more about how science is applied to medicine here.