I developed an interest in nuclear magnetic resonance, which was then emerging as a powerful technique for studying molecular structure.
More Quotes from John Pople:
I was approaching the age of 40 with a substantial publication record, but had not yet held any position in a chemistry department.John Pople
Like many other Laureates, I have benefit immeasurably from the love and support of my wife and children.
John Pople
At the age of 12, I developed an intense interest in mathematics. On exposure to algebra, I was fascinated by simultaneous equations and read ahead of the class to the end of the book.
John Pople
Our children were mostly brought up and educated in the Churchill suburb east of Pittsburgh. Each summer, we took them back to England for an extended period.
John Pople
I abandoned chemistry to concentrate on mathematics and physics. In 1942, I travelled to Cambridge to take the scholarship examination at Trinity College, received an award and entered the university in October 1943.
John Pople
Leaving England was a painful decision, and we still have some regrets about it. However, at that time, the research environment for theoretical chemistry was clearly better in the U.S.
John Pople
Readers Who Like This Quotation Also Like:
A pitcher needs two pitches, one they're looking for and one to cross them up.Warren Spahn
It's nice to be able to backtrack and not be embarrassed by the music you used to listen to.
Will Oldham
One of the ideas behind doing this acoustic record is that I didn't want to have to produce it by committee.
Robyn Hitchcock