Isabella Karle
▸ Obituaries Ronald Breslow Ronald Breslow, 86, died on Oct. 25 in New York City. “He was an intellectual giant. Talking with Ronald about science was like a chess match—one where your opponent was always four moves ahead of you. It was frustrating at first but then so much fun. What I remember most vividly was his kindness for his family, his colleagues, and everyone in his group. He lived an amazing life and will be deeply missed.”—Alanna Schepartz, colleague and friend
Most recent title: professor of chemistry,
Isabella Karle, 95, died on Oct. 3 in Arlington, Va. “She solved one important structure after another. The range of molecules which people brought to her hoping for a crystal structure solution was notable. They were related to toxins, malaria and other medical maladies, carcinogens, and explosives, to name only a few.”— Louis Massa, colleague and friend
Most recent title: chief scientist, U.S. Naval Research Laboratory
vinelandii and the anaerobic Clostridium pasteurianum, during his graduate studies. Throughout his career, his research has centered on the nitrogen-fixing enzyme nitrogenase of these two organisms. Len and coworkers developed effective anaerobic techniques for the purification of nitrogenase from C. pasteurianum, and a similar strategy allowed the purification of the oxygen-sensitive hydrogenase from the same organism in his laboratory. His work led to the discovery of new types of metalloproteins.”—Lance Seefeldt, colleague and friend
Education: B.S., chemistry, 1941, and Ph.D., physical chemistry, 1944, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Survivors: daughters, Louise Karle Hanson, Jean Karle Dean, and Madeleine Karle Tawney; four grandchildren; one great-granddaughter
Most recent title: professor of biochemis-
Kurt Mislow
Robert H. Perry Jr.
Kurt Mislow, 94, died on Oct. 5 in Princeton, N.J.
Robert H. Perry Jr., 89, died on July 1 in San Carlos, Calif.
try, University of Georgia
Education: B.S., chemistry, Rhode Island College, 1950; Ph.D., biochemistry, University of Wisconsin, Madison, 1954 Survivors: wife, Patricia; two daughters
Columbia University
Education: B.A., chemistry, 1952, and Ph.D., chemistry, 1955, Harvard University
Survivors: wife, Esther; daughters, Karen and Stephanie
William B. Hillig William B. Hillig, 93, died on Sept. 17 in Ballston Lake, N.Y. “Bill worked on the Manhattan Project and was at Bikini for Operation Crossroads. He was a research scientist at GE for 37 years, with 12 patents and more than 70 papers on crystal growth, fracture propagation in brittle materials, high-temperature ceramics and composites, and composite biomaterials. After retirement, he spent a year in Germany as an Alexander von Humboldt fellow, then joined the materials science department at RPI. A 67-year member of ACS, he also joined the Materials Research Society, was a fellow of the American Ceramic Society and AAAS, and a founding member of the German Composites Society.”—Kurt W. Hillig II, son
Most recent title: research professor, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Education: B.S., chemistry, 1944, and Ph.D., physical chemistry, 1953, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Survivors: wife, Beth; daughter, Christine McKeen; sons, Kurt and Karl; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren
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“Kurt Mislow was a scholar of the very highest rank, a dedicated and gifted teacher, and a much admired leader within our community. He exemplified the teacher-scholar ethos that we all aspire to. He will be sadly missed both in our department and by the chemistry community generally.”—Tom Muir, colleague and friend
Most recent title: emeritus professor of chemistry, Princeton University
Education: B.S., chemistry, Tulane University, 1944; Ph.D., chemistry, California Institute of Technology, 1947 Survivors: wife, Jacqueline; son, Christopher; grandsons, Max and John
“Although he probably had it memorized, Bob carried the periodic table in his wallet. He was sole or lead inventor on numerous patents. He developed specifications for magnetic tape storage that are now industry standards. A lifelong learner, he enjoyed travel and languages. Whether solving a technical problem or eradicating a recalcitrant stain from a patio, he always had the right tools for the job and perseverance to see it through. With his wife Aggie by his side for 66 years, he pursued a life of curiosity and generosity.”—Susann Doenges, niece
Most recent title: director of the Ad-
Leonard Mortenson, 89, died on Oct. 30 in Willow Street, Pa.
vanced Development Magnetic Tape Division, Ampex Education: B.S., chemistry, Baylor University, 1948; Ph.D., chemistry, University of Texas, Austin, 1952 Survivor: wife, Agnes
“Len began his association with two nitrogen-fixing bacteria, the aerobic Azotobacter
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