Robert Corey
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Robert Brainard Corey (August 19, 1897 – April 23, 1971) was an American biochemist, mostly known for his role in discovery of the α-helix and the β-sheet with Linus Pauling. Also working with Pauling was Herman Branson. Their discoveries were remarkably correct, with even the bond lengths being accurate until about 40 years later. The α-helix and β-sheet are two structures that are now known to form the backbones of many proteins.
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Robert Brainard Corey | |
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Born | (1897-08-19)August 19, 1897 |
Died | April 23, 1971(1971-04-23) (aged 73) |
Education | University of Pittsburgh, Cornell University (Ph.D.) |
Known for | First description of the α-helix and β-sheet |
Awards | National Academy of Sciences |
Scientific career | |
Institutions | Caltech |
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