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April 1951 PMID 14816373

The structure of proteins; two hydrogen-bonded helical configurations of the polypeptide chain.

L PAULING, R B COREY, H R BRANSON

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The discussions emphasize the historical importance of Pauling, Corey, and Branson’s 1951 paper, with mentions of how it fundamentally shaped protein chemistry, evidenced by phrasing like 'landmark paper' and references to its lasting influence. The tone is respectful and informative, showing appreciation for its scientific impact and historical significance.

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Most discussions recognize the significance of the original 1951 paper in understanding protein structure, showing general support and acknowledgment of its importance.

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Some discussions delve into historical context and the importance of figures like Herman Branson, suggesting moderate but thoughtful engagement.

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While the discussions highlight the foundational significance of the work, they mainly focus on recognition rather than direct implications or new insights, indicating moderate impact.

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  • The text explains that proteins have a specific structure involving two main types of helical shapes, which are formed through hydrogen bonds in the polypeptide chain.
  • These helical configurations are crucial for the protein's stability and function, with hydrogen bonds playing a key role in maintaining their structure.
  • Understanding these protein structures helps in comprehending how proteins work at a molecular level and their overall shape and behavior.]
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Cynthia Wolberger
@CWolberger · X

Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The structure of proteins; two hydrogen-bonded helical configurations of the polypeptide chain" PNAS 37:205-211. #BlackHistoryMonth https://t.co/9lTjiPj35e

Feb 16, 2023 · 33 likes · 13 shares · 5,137 followers View post →
Samrat Mukhopadhyay
@SamratLabMohali · X

END. Source and further reading: https://t.co/Tv7w8yJS0P https://t.co/vMSANXxd3M https://t.co/kT17s2Nnlp https://t.co/Ol7hvYVmPh https://t.co/rHYIiXaAXB https://t.co/z5oPTN8EWU https://t.co/SIwimYvrSH https://t.co/pu7QxupBGv

Sep 5, 2025 · 20 likes · 1 share · 22,419 followers View post →
Cynthia Wolberger
@CWolberger · X

Remembering Herman Branson, co-author of one of the greatest classic papers in protein structure: PAULING , COREY, BRANSON (1951) The structure of proteins; two hydrogen-bonded helical configurations of the polypeptide chain. PNAS. 37(4):205-11. doi: 10.1073/pnas.37.4.205. https://t.co/sy0GQYVrmu

Aug 14, 2022 · 19 likes · 7 shares · 5,137 followers View post →
高橋泰城（たかはしたいき）
@tweet_taiki · X

@7danmoroboshi @Nr2YcdmDGE53729 まあ、ポーリングは生化学者としても一流でしたけどね （タンパクのαヘリックス構造） Pauling, Lら (1951). “The Structure of Proteins: Two Hydrogen-Bonded Helical Configurations of the Polypeptide Chain”. Proceedings of the National Academy of Science in Washington 37: 205

Feb 16, 2024 · 1 like · 10,173 followers View post →
Piotr Piecuch
@PiecuchPiotr · X

This is an important tweet, not only to biochemists. Here is the link to the Wikipedia article about Herman Branson: https://t.co/TgUTZY63do. The seminal 1951 PNAS article, which clearly has three authors, Pauling, Corey, and Branson, can be found here: https://t.co/j4fm3BhsKl. https://t.co/cvfVtdJ1an

Sep 26, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 2,896 followers View post →
Michael Love
@mikelove · X

RT @CWolberger: Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The…

Feb 16, 2023 · 13 shares · 16,306 followers View post →

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Samrat Mukhopadhyay
@SamratLabMohali · X

END. Source and further reading: https://t.co/Tv7w8yJS0P https://t.co/vMSANXxd3M https://t.co/kT17s2Nnlp https://t.co/Ol7hvYVmPh https://t.co/rHYIiXaAXB https://t.co/z5oPTN8EWU https://t.co/SIwimYvrSH https://t.co/pu7QxupBGv

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Ron Beavis ❌
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BCLAF1 says: "I manage to be an abundant, important protein without any reference to the trivial springs & strings described by Pauling, L., et al. (1951, https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14816373). Please put some effort into figuring out how dynamic structures like mine work." #IAmNotKeratin

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高橋泰城（たかはしたいき）
@tweet_taiki · X

@7danmoroboshi @Nr2YcdmDGE53729 まあ、ポーリングは生化学者としても一流でしたけどね （タンパクのαヘリックス構造） Pauling, Lら (1951). “The Structure of Proteins: Two Hydrogen-Bonded Helical Configurations of the Polypeptide Chain”. Proceedings of the National Academy of Science in Washington 37: 205

Feb 16, 2024 · 1 like · 10,173 followers View post →
John Gross
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RT @CWolberger: Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The…

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Sean Luke De Silva
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RT @CWolberger: Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The…

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Patrick Byrne
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RT @CWolberger: Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The…

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Patricia L. Clark
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RT @CWolberger: Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The…

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Squire J. Booker
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RT @CWolberger: Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The…

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Phoebe Rice
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RT @CWolberger: Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The…

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Allison DeHaas
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RT @CWolberger: Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The…

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Alex J. Vecchio
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Michael Love
@mikelove · X

RT @CWolberger: Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The…

Feb 16, 2023 · 13 shares · 16,306 followers View post →
Cynthia Wolberger
@CWolberger · X

Physicist Herman Branson was an author of the landmark paper describing alpha-helices: Pauling, Corey, Branson (1951) "The structure of proteins; two hydrogen-bonded helical configurations of the polypeptide chain" PNAS 37:205-211. #BlackHistoryMonth https://t.co/9lTjiPj35e

Feb 16, 2023 · 33 likes · 13 shares · 5,137 followers View post →
Blake Hill
@_Blake_Hill · X

RT @CWolberger: Remembering Herman Branson, co-author of one of the greatest classic papers in protein structure: PAULING , COREY, BRANSON…

Aug 15, 2022 · 7 shares · 66 followers View post →
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@CharlesBNader · X

RT @CWolberger: Remembering Herman Branson, co-author of one of the greatest classic papers in protein structure: PAULING , COREY, BRANSON…

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Mike Morgan
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RT @CWolberger: Remembering Herman Branson, co-author of one of the greatest classic papers in protein structure: PAULING , COREY, BRANSON…

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Alexandra Deaconescu
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RT @CWolberger: Remembering Herman Branson, co-author of one of the greatest classic papers in protein structure: PAULING , COREY, BRANSON…

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Yogesh Gupta
@GuptaYogeshTX · X

RT @CWolberger: Remembering Herman Branson, co-author of one of the greatest classic papers in protein structure: PAULING , COREY, BRANSON…

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David
@davidFLSTS · X

RT @CWolberger: Remembering Herman Branson, co-author of one of the greatest classic papers in protein structure: PAULING , COREY, BRANSON…

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Gajendra Singh
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RT @CWolberger: Remembering Herman Branson, co-author of one of the greatest classic papers in protein structure: PAULING , COREY, BRANSON…

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Cynthia Wolberger
@CWolberger · X

Remembering Herman Branson, co-author of one of the greatest classic papers in protein structure: PAULING , COREY, BRANSON (1951) The structure of proteins; two hydrogen-bonded helical configurations of the polypeptide chain. PNAS. 37(4):205-11. doi: 10.1073/pnas.37.4.205. https://t.co/sy0GQYVrmu

Aug 14, 2022 · 19 likes · 7 shares · 5,137 followers View post →
Tryambak Srivastava, PhD
@imtryam · X

I am revisiting a @PNASNews classic from the legendary Prof Linus Pauling. In this article Pauling, Corey, & Branson resolve the mystery behind the structure of proteins. A delightful read in today's #APaperADay on the alpha-helical structure of proteins. https://t.co/uhMVYeAPl4

Mar 28, 2022 · 5,344 followers View post →
Sinéad Griffin
@sineatrix · X

RT @PiecuchPiotr: This is an important tweet, not only to biochemists. Here is the link to the Wikipedia article about Herman Branson: http…

Sep 26, 2020 · 1 share · 12,443 followers View post →
Piotr Piecuch
@PiecuchPiotr · X

This is an important tweet, not only to biochemists. Here is the link to the Wikipedia article about Herman Branson: https://t.co/TgUTZY63do. The seminal 1951 PNAS article, which clearly has three authors, Pauling, Corey, and Branson, can be found here: https://t.co/j4fm3BhsKl. https://t.co/cvfVtdJ1an

Sep 26, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 2,896 followers View post →
Legendary Scholars
@LegendarySchola · X

Additional citations: Pauling, L., Corey, R. B., & Branson, H. R. (1951). The structure of proteins: two hydrogen-bonded helical configurations of the polypeptide chain. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 37(4), 205-211.

Aug 6, 2020 · 117 followers View post →
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