"The problem of an atomic war must not be confused by minor problems such as Communism versus capitalism. An atomic war would kill everyone, left, right, or center."

"The most important thing in life is to be happy."

"I am a firm believer in the power of the human mind to solve problems."

"I might well have become egotistical as a result [of the Langmuir Prize].... But... I think that I just said I shouldn't let this go to my head. I shouldn't think I'm really better than other people e…"

"The greatest discoveries are often made by individuals who are not afraid to challenge the existing paradigms."