Barbara McClintock

The more you know, the more you realize how much you don't know.

I was just trying to understand the organism, and it led me where it led me.

The genome is not a fixed entity, but a highly plastic one, capable of responding to environmental challenges.

The organism has a remarkable capacity for self-organization and self-regulation.

I was always fascinated by the unexpected, by the things that didn't fit the rules.

The genome is not just a collection of genes, but a highly integrated system of interacting elements.

The organism is constantly adapting and evolving, and the genome is at the heart of that process.

I had a deep respect for the organism, for its complexity and its wisdom.

The genome is not a static entity, but a dynamic and responsive system.

The organism has a remarkable ability to repair itself and to adapt to changing conditions.

I was always trying to see the whole picture, not just the individual parts.

The genome is a living, breathing entity, constantly changing and evolving.

The organism is a master of adaptation, and its genome reflects that mastery.

I was always trying to get to the bottom of things, to understand the fundamental principles.

The genome is a highly sophisticated information processing system.

The organism is a testament to the power of evolution and natural selection.

I was always trying to see the patterns, the underlying order in the apparent chaos.

The genome is a dynamic and interactive system, constantly responding to internal and external cues.

The organism is a marvel of engineering, a product of billions of years of evolution.

I was always trying to understand the language of the organism, to decipher its secrets.