Thomas Hunt Morgan
A geneticist who established the chromosome theory of heredity through his experiments with fruit flies, demonstrating that genes are located on chromosomes.
Most quoted
"If you want to make a discovery, you have to be willing to look where no one else is looking. Or at something everyone else is ignoring, like a fruit fly."
— from Attributed
"The human condition is one of constant striving and adaptation, and our understanding of heredity helps us to understand our place in the natural world."
— from Unknown
"My advice to young scientists: don't be afraid to make mistakes. That's how you find out what doesn't work, which is almost as important as what does."
— from Attributed
All quotes by Thomas Hunt Morgan (422)
The challenges are many, but the rewards of scientific discovery are immeasurable.
I believe that genetics will revolutionize our understanding of life itself.
The fly, in its humble way, has taught us more about heredity than any other organism.
One must be prepared for long hours and many failures in the pursuit of scientific truth.
The greatest joy is to see a student grasp a difficult concept and then build upon it.
The intellectual excitement in the lab is palpable.
I am always learning, always questioning, always seeking new answers.
The complexities of inheritance are truly fascinating.
We are standing on the shoulders of giants, building upon the work of those who came before us.
My children bring me immense joy, a different kind of discovery.
The scientific method, rigorously applied, is our best tool for understanding nature.
I am fortunate to be surrounded by such brilliant minds.
There is no substitute for careful observation and meticulous experimentation.
The excitement of a new discovery is unparalleled.
Lilian, I think of you always, even amidst the flies.
We are slowly piecing together the grand design of life.
The intellectual journey is often more rewarding than the destination.
My colleagues are not just collaborators, but dear friends.
The quest for knowledge is a never-ending adventure.
The simplicity of Mendelian ratios still amazes me.
Contemporaries of Thomas Hunt Morgan
Other Biologys born within 50 years of Thomas Hunt Morgan (1866–1945).