Donald Cram Quotes

Few scientists acquainted with the chemistry of biological systems at the molecular level can avoid being inspired.

- Donald Cram

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This is largely the methodology I've used throughout my career - that is, starting with a question as to what might be the properties of a set of compounds that could be invented which were unusual and unpredictable. Many times I've felt a bit like Columbus setting sail. - Donald Cram

Few scientists acquainted with the chemistry of biological systems at the molecular level can avoid being inspired. - Donald Cram

An investigator starts research in a new field with faith, a foggy idea, and a few wild experiments. Eventually the interplay of negative and positive results guides the work. By the time the research is completed, he or she knows how it should have been started and conducted. - Donald Cram