Peter D. Mitchell quotes

Peter D. Mitchell was a British biochemist, renowned for his pioneering work on the chemiosmotic theory. His research fundamentally changed our understanding of how cells produce energy. He received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his groundbreaking contributions. Here are 4 of his quotes:

The final outcome cannot be known, either to the originator of a new theory, or to his colleagues and critics, who are bent on falsifying it. Thus, the scientific innovator may feel all the more lonely and uncertain.

Peter D. Mitchell

Reason can be used only when looking critically back.

Peter D. Mitchell

Meanwhile, the originator of a theory may have a very lonely time, especially if his colleagues find his views of nature unfamiliar, and difficult to appreciate.

Peter D. Mitchell