The name William Duane (1872 - 1935) probably is unknown to most chemists.  However, Duane's career is a fascinating study as it covers pioneering studies of atomic structure and radiation effects in the US and Europe.  In this ACS presentation, the speaker will describe Duane's early work with Walther Nernst in Germany and with Pierre and Marie Curie in Paris.  Duane's extensive study of the radiation chemistry of water in the solid, liquid, and gaseous forms will be highlighted, work that remains important for the speaker's NASA research.  In addition, Duane's work in the field of radiology will be described along with the so-called "radium cow" he introduced to Boston and the "milk" it provided to cancer patients.

William Duane, his radium cow, and the radiation chemistry of water

2019 Spring National Meeting

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