Frederick Sanger
A two-time Nobel laureate, he developed methods for sequencing DNA and proteins.
Most quoted
"Scientific research is one of the most exciting and rewarding of occupations. It is like a voyage of discovery into unknown lands, seeking not for new territory but for new knowledge."
— from Writings/Speech
"Our work on insulin was really the first time that a protein was shown to have a definite chemical structure, and this opened the way for all subsequent work on protein sequencing."
— from Interview, 1980
"Our results suggest that the primary structure of a protein, the sequence of amino acids, determines its three-dimensional structure and thus its biological function."
— from The Structure of Insulin, 1955
All quotes by Frederick Sanger (419)
I am fortunate to have had such supportive colleagues throughout my career.
The work is never truly finished; there's always more to learn.
I hope my work will contribute to a better understanding of life and disease.
It's a humbling experience to realize how much we still don't know.
The intellectual challenge is what truly drives me.
I've always believed in the power of fundamental research.
The details matter, every single one of them.
My family has been incredibly patient with my long hours in the lab.
The scientific community is a wonderful network of minds.
I never set out to win prizes, just to understand things.
The joy of discovery is something I wish everyone could experience.
It's important to encourage young people to pursue science.
I've always found inspiration in the natural world around me.
The path to understanding is rarely straight.
I am grateful for the opportunities I have been given.
The pursuit of truth is a noble endeavor.
One must be open to unexpected results; they often lead to new insights.
I believe in the power of careful observation.
The intellectual journey is what truly matters.
It's a privilege to contribute to the collective knowledge of humanity.
Contemporaries of Frederick Sanger
Other Chemistrys born within 50 years of Frederick Sanger (1918–2013).