It is not the man who first sees a thing who is the discoverer, but he who sees into a thing.
Discovery of penicillin
Attributed quote, reflecting on the nature of discovery
1940s
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"I am sometimes asked what I think of the future of penicillin. I think it has a great future, but it must be used wisely."
Strange & Unusual"It is not often that one finds a substance that is both highly bactericidal and non-toxic to animal tissues."
Strange & Unusual"The greatest tragedy is the misuse of a good thing."
Strange & Unusual"I am very grateful for the recognition I have received, but the real credit belongs to the mould."
Shocking"Many difficulties were encountered in the early attempts to isolate and purify penicillin."
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