Edwin H. Land Quotes

A collection of quotes by Edwin H. Land.

Edwin H. Land (1909-1991) was an American scientist and inventor, best known as the co-founder of the Polaroid Corporation. He was born in Connecticut and attended Harvard University, where he developed the first practical polarizing film. In 1937, Land invented the first instant camera, the Polaroid Land Camera, which revolutionized photography by allowing instant development of photographs. Throughout his career, Land held over 500 patents and made significant contributions to various fields, including optics, photography, and polarized light. His innovative spirit and contributions to the world of photography earned him numerous accolades and recognition.

A contemporary man who has not participated intimately in ac

A contemporary man who has not participated intimately in actual work in science is, in my opinion, not a modern man. I believe that this experience in science should come early in the life of all of our pupils.

Experience Life Work Science Man

Edwin H. Land : Science, And Public Policy (9 November 1991)

Edwin H. Land : Science, And Public Policy (9 November 1991) by Richard L. Garwin

Science Thepublic

The role of science is to be systematic, to be accurate, to

The role of science is to be systematic, to be accurate, to be orderly, but it certainly is not to imply that the aggregated, successful hypotheses of the past have the kind of truth that goes into a number system.

Truth Science Numbers System

The bottom line is in heaven.

The bottom line is in heaven.

Politeness is the slow poison of collaboration.

Politeness is the slow poison of collaboration.

The essential part of creativity is not being afraid to fail

The essential part of creativity is not being afraid to fail.

Creativity is the sudden cessation of stupidity.

Creativity is the sudden cessation of stupidity.