As we look ahead into the next century, leaders will be those who empower others.

Nearly every man who develops an idea works it up to the point where it looks impossible, and then he gets discouraged. That's not the place to become discouraged.

Do not turn back when you are just at the goal.

I'm not as famous as Stephen Hawking, but certainly in the U.S., I have a very high profile for a scientist. It is an awesome responsibility, one that I don't shoulder lightly.

Desire is the starting point of all achievement, not a hope, not a wish, but a keen pulsating desire which transcends everything.