The particular features of the photographic method of detecting atomic particles enabled us to establish the existence of transient forms of matter w…

- C. F. Powell

Any device in science is a window on to nature, and each new window contributes to the breadth of our view.

- C. F. Powell

How much more must this be so in my own case for I am conscious not only of the great names and achievements of those who have preceded me, but also …

- C. F. Powell

Those placed in the position which I now occupy, commonly feel concern about their worthiness to receive the great honour which has been done them.

- C. F. Powell