September
14, 1954
Letter from Linus Pauling to Peter Pauling. September 14, 1954Linus writes that he does not know a way to get a heavy metal atom onto myoglobin or hemoglobin. He discusses his work in creating alkyl isocyanides with an ionic group, stating that the synthesis did not work. Linus suggests to Peter the possibility of an iodide ion combining with ferrimyoglobin. He also discusses the possibility of astatide ions, hydrosulfide ions, and hydrogen telluride ions combining with ferrimyoglobin. Linus expresses an interest in learning about the shrinkage states in the crystals of Finbak whale myoglobin. He writes about progress in the new laboratory, stating that it is going well. He also writes that he is glad to hear that Peter is taking a course on the operation of electronic computers. Linus says that some men in his department have been having trouble using their computer. Linus continues to discuss his recent visit to Kalamazoo and Evanston, Illinois, to give a talk on sickle cell anemia and new concepts in chemistry. He discusses his current revision work for his book "College Chemistry." Linus also discusses Peter's potential work with tellurium and gives advice in regards to researching the element. Linus also asks if Peter has any opportunities to speak in public, suggesting that if he wants to follow an academic career he should be a strong public speaker. In his post script, Linus corrects a "fatal flaw" in his suggestion regarding hydrogen telluride. He further discusses potential ions that may combine with ferrihemoglobin. View Transcript
Associated: Robert Corey, Charles Coryell, Howard J. Lucas, Crellin Pauling, J. Holmes Sturdivant, Anthony C. Allison, Hermann Lehmann, Fred B. Stitt, University of Cambridge, University of California, Los Angeles, Northwestern University Medical School, J. D. McCullough, Allen Lein, Harry J. Emeléus, William A. Fowler, Joan Keilin, American Society for Engineering Education, St. Bartholomew's Hospital (London, England) ID: bio5.042.1-lp-peterpauling-19540914 |
