It is like a voyage of discovery into unknown lands, seeking not for new territory but for new knowledge. It should appeal to those with a good sense of adventure.

Scientific research is one of the most exciting and rewarding of occupations.

I was married to Margaret Joan Howe in 1940. Although not a scientist herself she has contributed more to my work than anyone else by providing a peaceful and happy home.

I and my colleagues here have been engaged in the pursuit of knowledge.

Until 1943 I received no stipend. I was able to support myself as my mother was the daughter of a relatively wealthy cotton manufacturer.

In this atmosphere I soon became interested in nucleic acids.

The only man who never makes mistakes is the man who never does anything.

He was very religious he believed that he had a secret pact with God which exempted him from doing good in exchange for prayers and piety.

Ask the poor. They'll tell you who the christians are.

I never knew how soothing trees are-many trees and patches of open sunlight, and tree presences; it is almost like having another being.

Dont you know... I'm the boggyman."-St. Dane

Just watching an animal closely can take you out of your mind and bring you into the present moment, which is where the animal lives all the time - surrendered to life.

Raising children is an enormously important part of life. I think one of the most important, or the most important, period.

My job is to make images and leave the decision-making and conclusion-draw ing to other people.

My fans are like no other. Completely original people.