"Carbon has this genius of making a chemically stable, two-dimensional, one-atom-thick membrane in a three-dimensional world. And that, I believe, is going to be very important in the future of chemistry and technology in general."
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Richard Smalley, an eminent American chemist born on June 6, 1943, is best known for his groundbreaking work in nanotechnology and his co-discovery of fullerenes—molecules composed entirely of carbon. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1996, Smalley’s innovations have had profound implications across various fields, from materials science to medicine. His legacy extends beyond his scientific contributions; he was also a passionate advocate for science education and the responsible use of technology. Smalley's visionary outlook continues to inspire future generations of scientists.
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"Nature - how, we don't know - has technology that works in every living cell and that depends on every atom being precisely in the right spot. Enzymes are precise down to the last atom. They're molecules. You put the last atom in, and it's done. Nature does things with molecular perfection."
Richard Smalley