7 Quotes by George Whitesides

We now have an opportunity for our generation to make our mark on human history. Our parents and grandparents took us to the Moon the first time. Now it's time for us to go back to the Moon to stay, and then head straight for Mars.

We've constructed what we consider a micron-scale analog of an ox, ... These are 'micro-oxen,' a micro-scale beast of burden.

As such, it represents that transition in space today. The next phase of space development will see the intermingling of these two trends.

This is clearly a transition moment for the world of space.

For the first time in 3-1/2 decades, the federal government plans to leave low-Earth orbit. That's a major shift.

All eyes are on Elon. A successful flight would be a critical milestone.

The highest value for oil is going to be feedstocks for chemicals, ... It's pretty much indefensible to just burn it in SUVs.