... our "Physick" and "Anatomy" have embraced such infinite varieties of being, have laid open such new worlds in time and space, have grappled, not unsuccessfully, with such complex problems, that the eyes of Vesalius and of Harvey might be dazzled by the sight of the tree that has grown out of their grain of mustard seed.

I care not what subject is taught, if only it be taught well.

Every great advance in natural knowledge has involved the absolute rejection of authority.

Thoughtfulness for others, generosity, modesty, and self-respect are the qualities which make a real gentleman or lady.

In matters of intellect, follow your reason as far as it will take you, without regard for any other consideration.

Every living creature commences its existence under a form different from, and simpler than, that which it eventually attains.

My business is to teach my aspirations to confirm themselves to fact, not to try and make facts harmonize with my aspirations.