What makes a good scientist?

Question: What makes a good scientist?
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Asked by adw13 to Tom on 24 Jun 2011.
- Tom Crick answered on 24 Jun 2011:
  
  Excellent question!
  
  But also hard to answer. I think there are a number of things that are important to be a good scientist (in no particular order): curiosity, a deep interest to discover new things and solve problems, passion, creativity, integrity, patience, open mindedness, intelligence(!), conscientious, the ability to challenge the status quo, luck….!
  
  What do you think makes a good scientist?

Question: What makes a good scientist?