Experiment Quote by Ada Yonath
““You can always try another approach; even change your subject when a scientific strategy or experiment fails.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Nobel Lecture, Ada Yonath, 2009
When a scientific method fails, you should pivot to a new strategy or even a different field.
In simple terms: Failing experiments call for new approaches.
Adapt and keep experimenting.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- lab work
- grant proposals
- career transitions
- product development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternative path could you explore when a project stalls?
- How do you decide when to change subjects?
New approaches may lack resources or expertise, making the shift risky.