If you want to achieve great things, solidify your foundation [Shibasaburo Kitasato, New 1000 Yen Note #QuoteNote60]
Here is the quote I would like to introduce this time!
“If you want to achieve great things,
solidify your foundation.”
This is a quote that someone who actually achieved great things would leave behind!
Who said it?
Shibasaburo Kitasato
What kind of person was he?
Shibasaburo Kitasato was a world-renowned bacteriologist, physician, and educator who laid the foundation for modern Japanese medicine. He is also called the “father of modern Japanese medicine.” He established the basis for modern infectious disease research and public health, leading to the overcoming of many infectious diseases.
Major Achievements
First in the world to succeed in the pure culture of tetanus bacilli: While studying in Germany, he succeeded in the pure culture of tetanus bacilli, which was considered impossible at the time.
Establishment of serum therapy: He discovered immune antibodies against tetanus toxin and established serum therapy. This was also applied to the treatment of diphtheria, saving many lives. It is still used today in the treatment of tetanus.
Discovery of the plague bacillus: In 1894, he went to Hong Kong to investigate the cause of the plague epidemic and discovered the plague bacillus.
Establishment of the Institute for Infectious Diseases: After returning to Japan, he established the private Institute for Infectious Diseases with the support of Yukichi Fukuzawa and others, and worked on infectious disease prevention and bacteriological research.
Opening of a tuberculosis specialty hospital: He opened “Tsukushigaoka Yojoen,” the first hospital in Japan specializing in tuberculosis, and devoted himself to the prevention and treatment of the disease.
Efforts in founding the Keio University School of Medicine: In 1917, he worked to establish the Keio University School of Medicine (the current medical department) and became its first dean.
Founding of the Japan Medical Association: In 1923, he founded the Japan Medical Association and became its first president.
Personality
Hardworking and indomitable spirit: While studying in Germany, he forgot to eat and sleep, immersing himself in research and achieving results through precision and indomitable patience.
Strict leader: He was so strict with discipline and teaching methods that his students nicknamed him “Donner” (Thunder Old Man). However, this was also a reflection of his sincere attitude toward education.
Belief in preventive medicine: He had a strong belief in preventive medicine, stating that “it is a doctor's mission to prevent disease before it happens,” and emphasized connecting research results to actual medical care and prevention.
A consistent attitude: His motto was 'consistency from beginning to end,' and he remained thoroughly committed to his research even when facing difficulties.
The person on the new 1000 yen note
Shibasaburo Kitasato is the portrait on the new 1000 yen note issued from July 3, 2024.
The previous 1000 yen note featured the portrait of Hideyo Noguchi, but the design has been refreshed for the first time in about 20 years, and Shibasaburo Kitasato will now appear on Japanese currency.
Other quotes
Shibasaburo Kitasato left behind many other words in addition to the quote introduced here.
'If a person has passion and sincerity, they can achieve anything'
These words express Kitasato's beliefs, representing the idea that with passion and sincerity, any difficulty can be overcome.
'Foundation is lifelong study'
He preaches the importance of continuous learning.
'No matter how much ambition one has, a person without academic ability will not be trusted by society'
He emphasizes that not only ambition but also solid academic ability is necessary.
'One should take care of others. And one should not seek a reward'
He shows an attitude of doing things for others without expecting anything in return.
These quotes well represent Shibasaburo Kitasato's outlook on life and his attitude toward research, and they give courage to many people.
Related information
If you want to get a rough grasp of the lives of great people, learning manga is recommended! Don't underestimate them just because they are manga! There is surprisingly a large amount of text for supplementary information, and if you get hooked on the story, you might even find it quite moving.
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