Jocelyn Bell Burnell

It was a completely new type of astronomical object. I was very excited, but also very worried, because it was so unexpected.

I was a graduate student, and graduate students are supposed to be seen and not heard.

I think it's very important for young people to realize that science is not just for geniuses. It's for anybody who's curious and willing to work hard.

The universe is a much more interesting place than we ever imagined.

I'm not sure I'd call it a discovery. I'd call it an observation.

I was very lucky to be in the right place at the right time with the right equipment.

It's a bit like being a detective. You're looking for clues, and you're trying to put them together to solve a mystery.

Science is a human endeavor, and it's full of human foibles.

I think it's important to encourage young women to go into science, because they bring a different perspective.

The universe is full of surprises. That's what makes it so exciting.

I'm not a genius. I just work hard.

The biggest challenge in science is often convincing people that what you've found is real.

I think it's important to be open to new ideas, even if they seem a bit crazy at first.

Science is a collaborative effort. It's not about individual glory.

I'm still learning. That's the great thing about science.

The universe is a vast and mysterious place, and we're only just beginning to understand it.

Don't be afraid to ask questions. That's how you learn.

I think it's important to have a sense of humor in science, because sometimes things go wrong.

The most exciting thing about science is that you never know what you're going to find.

I'm very grateful for the opportunities I've had.