Dorothy Hodgkin

Chemistry English 1910 – 1994 389 quotes

Determined structures of penicillin and vitamin B12

Quotes by Dorothy Hodgkin

Penicillin saved countless lives, and I was proud to contribute to its understanding.

Interview

The intricate dance of atoms within a molecule is truly remarkable.

Speech

One must be prepared for setbacks, but never give up.

Advice to students

The pursuit of scientific truth is a journey, not a destination.

Interview

I always found the visual aspect of crystallography very appealing.

Personal correspondence

The structure of insulin was a long and challenging problem, but worth every effort.

Nobel Lecture 1969

Science is a universal language, understood by all.

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The details matter in science; precision is key.

Advice to students

I was fortunate to live in an era of great scientific advancement.

Interview

The structure of a molecule can tell us so much about its function.

Speech

Curiosity is the engine of scientific progress.

Interview

My work was always driven by a desire to understand the natural world.

Autobiographical notes

The development of computers greatly aided our work in crystallography.

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To see the invisible, that is the magic of X-ray diffraction.

Interview

Science is a continuous process of questioning and discovery.

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The structure of vitamin B12 was a landmark achievement in structural chemistry.

Scientific paper 1955

I always encouraged my students to think independently and critically.

Advice to students

The elegance of molecular structures is a testament to nature's design.

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My life has been enriched by the pursuit of science.

Interview

The future of science holds endless possibilities.

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