Rosalind Franklin

Chemistry English 1920 – 1958 387 quotes

X-ray work crucial to discovering DNA structure

Quotes by Rosalind Franklin

The X-ray patterns are not just pretty pictures; they are a language.

Laboratory Discussion

I believe in the power of evidence-based reasoning.

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My work is a contribution to the collective human understanding.

Interview/Personal Correspondence

The scientific community thrives on open discussion and critical analysis.

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There is no shortcut to scientific discovery; it requires dedication and hard work.

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I strive for clarity and precision in all my scientific communications.

Interview/Personal Correspondence

The structure of a virus is a marvel of natural engineering.

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We must always question our assumptions.

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The pursuit of knowledge is an endless journey.

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My goal is to leave no stone unturned in my research.

Interview/Personal Correspondence

The scientific method is our most powerful tool for understanding the world.

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Every discovery opens up new avenues for exploration.

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I believe in the power of observation and careful experimentation.

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The world is full of intricate patterns, waiting to be deciphered.

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Science and everyday life cannot and should not be separated. Science, for me, is very often an everyday matter.

Letter to her father

I am not a feminist, but I am a scientist.

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I'm not saying it's easy, but it's certainly not impossible.

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One must not be afraid of new ideas, however revolutionary, or of old ideas, however traditional, if they are true.

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I am quite sure that if I had not been a woman, I would have been treated differently.

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My work is my life, and my life is my work.

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