Rosalind Franklin

Chemistry English 1920 – 1958 387 quotes

X-ray work crucial to discovering DNA structure

Quotes by Rosalind Franklin

It is not enough to have an idea; you must also have the evidence to support it.

Attributed

I find it difficult to believe in a God who would create a world so full of suffering.

Attributed, reflecting her personal views

The scientific method is the only way to arrive at truth.

Attributed

I am a scientist, not a politician.

Attributed, regarding scientific disputes

The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds new discoveries, is not 'Eureka!' but 'That's funny...'

Attributed, though often misattributed to Isaac Asimov

One must be prepared to challenge established ideas if the evidence demands it.

Attributed

My aim is to understand, not to speculate.

Attributed

I believe in hard work and meticulous experimentation.

Attributed

The pursuit of knowledge is its own reward.

Attributed

I am not easily discouraged by setbacks.

Attributed

The truth will always emerge, eventually.

Attributed

It is important to be critical of one's own work.

Attributed

Science is a collaborative effort, even if individual contributions are sometimes overlooked.

Attributed, reflecting on her experiences

The greatest discoveries often come from unexpected places.

Attributed

I have no patience for sloppy science.

Attributed

My goal is to leave no stone unturned.

Attributed

The scientific community should be open to new ideas, but also demand rigorous proof.

Attributed

I believe in the power of observation and experimentation.

Attributed

The most profound truths are often the simplest.

Attributed

I am driven by a desire to understand the fundamental principles of life.

Attributed