Linus Carl Pauling FRS (born February 28, 1901 in Portland, Oregon) was a physician, activist, and author who was best known for revolutionizing the study of chemistry, helped found the field of molecular biology, and made important advances for medical research. He was also rated the 16th most important scientist in history. Linus died on August 19, 1994 and his death was because of prostate cancer. He died at age 93.
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PhysicianActivist Author American Born on February 28th Born in 1901 Born in Oregon Died in 1994 Died at age 93 Died from Prostate cancer
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"Linus Pauling was a prominent American chemist, peace activist, and humanitarian whose pioneering work in the fields of chemistry and molecular biology earned him two Nobel Prizes, but sadly his legacy was cut short by his untimely passing. (V)"
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