And indeed this theme has been at the centre of all my research since 1943, both because of its intrinsic fascination and my conviction that a knowledge of sequences could contribute much to our understanding of living matter. Frederick Sanger centrecontributeconviction share on social
After taking my B.A. degree in 1939 I remained at the University for a further year to take an advanced course in Biochemistry, and surprised myself and my teachers by obtaining a first class examination result. Frederick Sanger advancebiochemistryclass share on social
Through art and science in their broadest senses it is possible to make a permanent contribution towards the improvement and enrichment of human life and it is these pursuits that we students are engaged in. Frederick Sanger artbroadcontribution share on social
Initially I had intended to study medicine, but before going to University I had decided that I would be better suited to a career in which I could concentrate my activities and interests more on a single goal than appeared to be possible in my father's profession. Frederick Sanger activityappearcareer share on social
It is like a voyage of discovery into unknown lands, seeking not for new territory but for new knowledge. It should appeal to those with a good sense of adventure. Frederick Sanger adventureappealdiscovery Change image and share on social
I believe that we have been doing this not primarily to achieve riches or even honour, but rather because we were interested in the work, enjoyed doing it and felt very strongly that it was worthwhile. Frederick Sanger achieveenjoyfelt share on social
Until 1943 I received no stipend. I was able to support myself as my mother was the daughter of a relatively wealthy cotton manufacturer. Frederick Sanger cottondaughtermanufacturer Change image and share on social
It was Neuberger who first taught me how to do research, both technically and as a way of life, and I owe much to him. Frederick Sanger lifeneubergerowe Change image and share on social
Scientific research is one of the most exciting and rewarding of occupations. Frederick Sanger excitoccupationresearch Change image and share on social
In this atmosphere I soon became interested in nucleic acids. Frederick Sanger acidatmosphereinterest Change image and share on social
