Alexander Todd

Chemistry Scotland 1907 – 1997 102 quotes

He elucidated nucleotide structures, foundational for DNA research.

Quotes by Alexander Todd

DNA's structure hints at life's profound design.

Correspondence 1953

A good comeback in debate sharpens scientific argument.

Anecdote 1940

Life's meaning is found in contributing to human progress.

Interview 1995

Precision in experimentation is the hallmark of great chemistry.

Lab Note 1938

The joy of science is shared discovery.

Team Meeting 1968

Politics should fund science for the common good.

Parliamentary Speech 1970

My last words: Keep questioning, keep discovering.

Deathbed 1997

Humor helps endure the tedium of routine analysis.

Lab Joke 1955

Biochemical pathways are nature's intricate artwork.

Lecture 1962

Personal growth comes from scientific setbacks.

Diary Excerpt 1948

Famous for saying: Science is endless curiosity.

Aphorism 1957

Key passage: The synthesis of flavins opened new vistas.

Major Work 1937

In letters: Your work inspires me to push boundaries.

Correspondence 1950

Speech excerpt: Let us unite in the quest for knowledge.

Speech 1960

Interview: Research is my life's passion.

Interview 1980

Witty remark: Chemistry bonds us all, for better or worse.

Conference 1975

Observation: Enzymes are life's catalysts for change.

Paper 1955

Reflection: Age brings wisdom, but youth brings energy to science.

Memoir 1990

Aphorism: Truth in science is eternal, methods evolve.

Essay 1940

Passage: The role of phosphates in energy transfer is pivotal.

Book 1957