I have been trying to point out that in our lives chance may have an astonishing influence and, if I may offer advice to the young laboratory worker, it would be this – never to neglect an extraordinary appearance or happening.

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In your life, unexpected things can have a big impact. If you're working in a lab, it's important to always pay attention to anything unusual or surprising that you notice. Even small, strange things could lead to big discoveries. So, never ignore something unexpected, because it might end up being very important.

About Alexander Fleming

Sir Alexander Fleming was a Scottish physician and microbiologist who discovered the world’s first broadly effective antibiotic substance, penicillin, in 1928. He also discovered the enzyme lysozyme and a bacterium he named Micrococcus luteus. Fleming was knighted for his scientific achievements and was recognized as one of the 100 most important people of the 20th century.

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