“The bedrock nature of space and time and the unification of cosmos and...” — Martin Rees Quote

“The bedrock nature of space and time and the unification of cosmos and quantum are surely among science's great 'open frontiers.' These are parts of the intellectual map where we're still groping for the truth - where, in the fashion of ancient cartographers, we must still inscribe 'here be dragons.'”

“The 'clean energy' challenge deserves a commitment akin to the Manhattan project or the Apollo moon landing.”

“The scientists who attack mainstream religion, rather than striving for peaceful coexistence with it, damage science, and also weaken the fight against fundamentalism.”

“Manufacturing doesn't just mean building cars and metal-bashing; it includes making pharmaceuticals and hi-tech electronics. A crucial part of the process is the research and development that allows better and greener products to come to market. Britain has traditionally had a strong science and engineering base.”

“The Swedish engineer who invented the zip fastener made a greater intellectual leap than many scientists do in a lifetime.”

“I have had my results for a long time: but I do not yet know how I am to arrive at them.”

“We will now discuss in a little more detail the Struggle for Existence”

“My dear”

“The element of chance in basic research is overrated. Chance is a lady who smiles only upon those few who know how to make her smile.”

“The box jellyfish takes you into an area of what I'd call science fiction. You feel like you've been dipped in hot burning oil. You burst into flames.”

“Розумна машина спочатку вирахує, що вигідніше: виконати завдання, яке перед нею поставили, чи вигадати причину, чому його не треба виконувати.”