Drug Quote by Gertrude B. Elion
“The Nobel Prize is fine, but the drugs I've developed are rewards in themselves.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Nobel Lecture, 1988
Winning the Nobel is rewarding, but the real joy comes from creating life‑saving drugs.
In simple terms: Science’s reward is the cure itself.
Focus on impact, not accolades.
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When to use this quote
- research labs
- public health initiatives
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your work?
- How do you measure success?
Recognition can motivate but also distract.