Mario J. Molina
He was a co-recipient of the Nobel Prize for his role in elucidating the threat to the Earth's ozone layer from CFCs.
Most quoted
"Scientists can and should play a very important role in communicating to the public and to policy makers the risks and the opportunities associated with climate change."
— from Interview with The Nobel Prize organization, 2013
"Our work shows that these compounds are not inert, as was previously thought, but rather that they can have a significant impact on the Earth's protective ozone layer."
— from Stratospheric sink for chlorofluoromethanes: chlorine atom-catalyzed destruction of ozone, 1974
"The beauty of science lies in its ability to unravel the mysteries of nature, to reveal the intricate dance of atoms and molecules that govern our existence."
— from Various interviews and speeches
All quotes by Mario J. Molina (402)
The scientific method is a powerful tool for understanding the natural world.
We need to educate the next generation about the importance of environmental protection.
The ozone hole was a stark reminder of the unintended consequences of human activity.
Science is an international endeavor.
We must not underestimate the power of collective action.
My work has always been driven by curiosity.
The challenges we face are significant, but not insurmountable.
It's important to be persistent in scientific research.
The environment is not separate from us; it is us.
We have a moral obligation to protect the Earth.
The Nobel Prize was a great honor, but the real reward is seeing the impact of our work.
Science provides the evidence, but society must make the decisions.
We need to think globally and act locally.
The atmosphere is a complex system.
It's exciting to be at the forefront of scientific discovery.
The scientific community has a responsibility to speak out on critical issues.
We cannot afford to be complacent about climate change.
The beauty of chemistry is in understanding the interactions of atoms and molecules.
My parents always encouraged my scientific curiosity.
The future is in our hands.
Contemporaries of Mario J. Molina
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