Linus Pauling
Linus Pauling
Linus Pauling (pronounced: /ˈlaɪnəs ˈpɔːlɪŋ/) was an American chemist, biochemist, peace activist, author, and educator. He is one of the most influential chemists in history and ranks among the most important scientists of the 20th century.
Etymology
The name Linus is of Greek origin and means "flax". Pauling is a surname of English origin.
Biography
Linus Pauling was born on February 28, 1901, in Portland, Oregon, USA. He is known for his work in the field of quantum chemistry and molecular biology. Pauling was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1954 for his research into the nature of the chemical bond and its application to the elucidation of the structure of complex substances. He was also awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1962 for his campaign against nuclear weapons testing, making him the only person to have been awarded two unshared Nobel Prizes.
Related Terms
- Chemical bond: A lasting attraction between atoms, ions or molecules that enables the formation of chemical compounds.
- Quantum chemistry: A branch of chemistry focused on the application of quantum mechanics to chemical systems.
- Molecular biology: The branch of biology that deals with the structure and function of the macromolecules essential to life.
- Nobel Prize in Chemistry: Awarded annually by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences to scientists in the various fields of chemistry.
- Nobel Peace Prize: One of the six Nobel Prizes established by the will of inventor Alfred Nobel, awarded annually to entities or individuals who have made significant contributions to world peace.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Linus Pauling
- Wikipedia's article - Linus Pauling
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