Gerhard Domagk
Discovered the first sulfonamide drug, Prontosil, which was effective against bacterial infections.
Most quoted
"The fight against infectious diseases is a fight against the invisible, but it is a fight we can win with the weapons of chemistry and perseverance."
— from Speech on Chemotherapy, 1935
"I believe that the future of medicine lies in chemotherapy, in finding specific substances that can target and destroy disease-causing organisms."
— from Diary entry
"Some colleagues believe that if you stare at a problem long enough, it will eventually solve itself. I prefer a more active form of persuasion."
— from Laboratory notes
All quotes by Gerhard Domagk (423)
Innovation is not just about new discoveries, but also about applying existing knowledge in new ways.
The greatest challenge is to translate laboratory findings into practical treatments.
Hope is a powerful medicine, and science can provide it.
The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong journey, full of unexpected turns.
We must educate the next generation of scientists to be bold and imaginative.
The fight against tuberculosis is a testament to human resilience and scientific progress.
Even in the darkest times, science offers a beacon of light.
The human body is a complex marvel, and understanding it is a lifelong endeavor.
True progress is measured by the well-being of all people, not just a few.
The scientific method is our most powerful tool for uncovering truth.
Collaboration is the engine of scientific advancement.
The greatest discoveries often come from unexpected places.
We must never be complacent in the face of disease.
The pursuit of knowledge is a noble quest, benefiting all of humanity.
The fight against infectious diseases is a global responsibility.
Every experiment, whether successful or not, teaches us something valuable.
The human spirit, combined with scientific ingenuity, can overcome any challenge.
To alleviate suffering is the highest calling of a physician and a scientist.
The future belongs to those who dare to dream and to innovate.
The laboratory is a sanctuary where ideas are tested and refined.
Contemporaries of Gerhard Domagk
Other Medicines born within 50 years of Gerhard Domagk (1895–1964).