Scientific research is one of the most exciting and rewarding of occupations.

- Frederick Sanger

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 knowle…

- Frederick Sanger

Influenced by him, and probably even more so by my brother Theodore a year older than me, I soon became interested in biology and developed a respect…

- Frederick Sanger

I and my colleagues here have been engaged in the pursuit of knowledge.

- Frederick Sanger

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 …

- Frederick Sanger

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 c…

- Frederick Sanger

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

Through art and science in their broadest senses it is possible to make a permanent contribution towards the improvement and enrichment of human life…

- Frederick Sanger

When I was young my Father used to tell me that the two most worthwhile pursuits in life were the pursuit of truth and of beauty and I believe that A…

- Frederick Sanger