Everyone wants a hand in the outcome, a piece of the knowledge. Walter Gilbert on knowledge
I have the same sense of the power and virtue of knowledge that some people get from a religious background. Walter Gilbert on knowledge
Early on, it's good to develop the ability to write. Learning to write is a useful exercise, even if what you're writing about is not that relevant. Walter Gilbert on learning
The virtues of science are skepticism and independence of thought. Walter Gilbert on science
Science doesn't in the slightest depend on trust. It depends completely on the belief that you can demonstrate something for yourself. Walter Gilbert on trust
It's easier to change what you do than people think it is. If you don't change, your field changes around you. Walter Gilbert on work