“In scientific work, those who refuse to go beyond fact rarely get as far as fact.” – Thomas HuxleyĮnglish biologist and anthropologist Thomas Huxley was born in Ealing, London, and was known as a great public advocate of Charles Darwin and his work. He enjoyed a celebrated career as a naturalist, geologist and biologist and is best known for his research into evolution and the discovery of natural selection.Ħ. “A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.” – Charles DarwinĪnother of the true greats of science, Charles Darwin was born in Shrewsbury, England, in 1809. He wrote several books on geology, most notably ‘The Old Red Sandstone’ (1841) and was married to the children’s author Lydia Miller.ĥ. Hugh Miller was a Scottish geologist and writer who was born in the town of Cromarty in the early 1800s. “Problems are only opportunities with thorns on them.” – Hugh Miller He died in Switzerland at the age of 50.Ĥ. Sir Humphry Davy was born in Cornwall, England, and was a notable chemist and inventor who went on to produce the Davy lamp, a safety lamp for use in flammable atmospheres. “I have learned more from my mistakes than from my successes.” – Sir Humphry Davy He was born in Yorkshire, England, and died in the United States in 1804.ģ. Joseph Priestly was an English chemist and philosopher best known for his discovery of oxygen and the carbon cycle. “In completing one discovery we never fail to get an imperfect knowledge of others.” – Joseph Priestly He died in 1727 and was buried in Westminster Abbey, London.Ģ.
As a mathematician and physicist he was responsible for numerous discoveries, most notably the laws of gravity and motion. “We build too many walls and not enough bridges.” – Sir Isaac NewtonĪmong the most influential scientists of all-time, Sir Isaac Newton was born in Lincolnshire, England. Take a look at some of their inspirational words of advice, guidance and wisdom in our list of 20 of the greatest British scientists of all-time.ġ. From Sir Isaac Newton to Stephen Hawking, from Charles Darwin to Professor Brian Cox, these British scientists have inspired each generation with their extraordinary achievements. It’s British Science Week and we’re taking a moment to share some inspiring words from British scientists through history. 20 Inspiring Quotes from British Scientists
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