I have many shortcomings. I feel very lucky to have been able to have what I've had.

I wish I had a talent for dropping things as well as taking on new ones. It gets to be quite a clutter after a while.

When I was in high school, I became interested in cytochemistry: chemical analysis under the microscope, and trying to understand the composition of cells.

I was a bad practicing physician because I was never sure of the diagnosis or of the treatment.

I hope I've lived a life of science whose style will encourage younger people.

A Swedish newspaper reporter called and said, You've been awarded the Prize. I was quite sure it was a practical joke.

I'd like to put in a vote for the intrinsic fascination of science.