"Many have gone on to do important scientific work but all remember those wonderful times when we and our science were young and our excitement in meeting new challenges knew no bounds"
- Sydney Brenner
About this Quote
This quote by Sydney Brenner speaks with the happiness of discovery and the thrill of clinical exploration. It acknowledges the accomplishments of those who have gone on to do crucial clinical work, while likewise acknowledging the enthusiasm and optimism of the early days of scientific exploration. It speaks with the sense of wonder and excitement that includes taking on brand-new difficulties and the happiness of learning something new. It is a tip that science is an ever-evolving field which the interest of youth can be an effective motivator for progress. It is a reminder that science is a journey, which the joy of discovery is something that should be valued and commemorated.
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