Rosalyn Yalow

The scientist's work is not to prove a theory, but to find out what is true.

We must believe in ourselves or no one else will believe in us.

The world cannot afford to lose the talents of half its people if we are to solve the many problems that beset us.

The only way to do great work is to love what you do.

Science is a contact sport.

We still live in a world in which a significant fraction of people, including women, believe that women are not as competent as men.

The joy of discovery is the greatest joy of all.

Don't be afraid to take risks. If you don't take risks, you'll never achieve anything.

The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds new discoveries, is not 'Eureka!' but 'That's funny...'

If you're good, you'll be recognized.

The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existence.

I was not a woman in science. I was a scientist.

The greatest reward for a scientist is to see his or her work used to benefit humanity.

You have to be willing to work harder than anyone else.

Science is a way of thinking much more than it is a body of knowledge.

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.

I never thought of myself as a woman in science. I thought of myself as a scientist.

The most important thing is to keep asking questions.

It's not enough to be smart. You have to be persistent.

The only way to do good science is to be honest with yourself and with your data.