James Bryant Conant quotes

James Bryant Conant was an American chemist, educator, and public servant. As president of Harvard University, he played a major role in shaping American higher education and scientific research during the mid-20th century. He also contributed significantly to the Manhattan Project and later served as a diplomat and advisor on science policy. Here are 4 of his quotes:

Every vital organization owes its birth and life to an exciting and daring idea.

James Bryant Conant

Behavior which appears superficially correct but is intrinsically corrupt always irritates those who see below the surface.

James Bryant Conant

Each honest calling, each walk of life, has its own elite, its own aristocracy based on excellence of performance.

James Bryant Conant