Retrospections on a Career in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Radiochemistry and the History & Philosophy of Science

Thumbnail Image

Files

Gest Retrospections 2011.pdf (11.83 MB)
Can’t use the file because of accessibility barriers? Contact us with the title of the item, permanent link, and specifics of your accommodation need.

Date

2011-08-15

Authors

Journal Title

Journal ISSN

Volume Title

Publisher

Permanent Link

https://hdl.handle.net/2022/13428

Abstract

This retrospective memoir by Howard Gest covers highlights of his career in several experimental sciences (microbiology, biochemistry, radiochemistry) and in the history & philosophy of science. These interests developed through serendipic events and associations with several mentors who were outstanding scientists. Photographs are included and references are given to key publications.

Description

Keywords

Luria, Delbruck, van Niel, H.G. Wood, Kamen, Coryell, Szilard petition, Oak Ridge, Manhattan Project, photosynthetic bacteria, photosynthesis, radiochemistry, biochemistry, paleomicrobiology, microbiology

Citation

DOI

Link(s) to data and video for this item

Relation

Rights

Type

Article

Collections

Howard Gest Papers