Related Experiment Video
Updated: Mar 30, 2026
08:57
High-throughput Yeast Plasmid Overexpression Screen
Published on: July 27, 2011
16.9K
John T. Yates, Jr. 1935-2015
Gerhard Ertl1, Hans-Joachim Freund1
1Fritz-Haber-Institut der Max-Planck Gesellschaft (Germany).
Angewandte Chemie (International Ed. in English)
|November 8, 2015
Summary
Pioneering surface scientist John T. Yates, Jr. has died at 80. His contributions significantly advanced modern surface science, and he was a respected figure in scientific societies.
Area of Science:
- Surface Science
- Materials Science
- Chemistry
Background:
- John T. Yates, Jr. was a distinguished professor at the University of Virginia.
- He was a recognized pioneer in the field of modern surface science.
- Yates was also a member of the US National Academy of Sciences.
Purpose of the Study:
- This abstract serves as an obituary and tribute to the significant contributions of John T. Yates, Jr.
- To acknowledge his impact on the scientific community and his role in advancing surface science.
- To highlight his multifaceted involvement in scientific societies, academies, and organizational activities.
Main Methods:
- This is an abstract for an obituary, not a research study.
- It summarizes the career and impact of a prominent scientist.
- Information is based on his professional achievements and affiliations.
Main Results:
- The passing of John T. Yates, Jr. marks a significant loss to the scientific community.
- His work established him as a pioneer in modern surface science.
- He was a gifted communicator and actively involved in scientific organizations.
Conclusions:
- The legacy of John T. Yates, Jr. will continue to influence the field of surface science.
- His dedication to scientific advancement and communication is remembered.
- The scientific world mourns the loss of an exceptional scientist and leader.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
01:31ATP Yield
80.5K
Cellular respiration produces 30 - 32 ATP per glucose molecule. Although most of the ATP results from oxidative phosphorylation and the electron transport chain (ETC), 4 ATP are gained beforehand (2 from glycolysis and 2 from the citric acid cycle).
The ETC is embedded in the inner mitochondrial membrane and is comprised of four main protein complexes and an ATP synthase. NADH and FADH2 pass electrons to these complexes, which pump protons into the intermembrane space. This distribution of...
The ETC is embedded in the inner mitochondrial membrane and is comprised of four main protein complexes and an ATP synthase. NADH and FADH2 pass electrons to these complexes, which pump protons into the intermembrane space. This distribution of...
80.5K
01:28Yeast Signaling
18.5K
Yeasts are single-celled organisms, but unlike bacteria, they are eukaryotes (cells with a nucleus). Cell signaling in yeast is similar to signaling in other eukaryotic cells. A ligand, such as a protein or a small molecule released from a yeast cell, attaches to a receptor on the cell surface. The binding stimulates second-messenger kinases to activate or inactivate transcription factors that further regulate gene expression. Many of the yeast intracellular signaling cascades have similar...
18.5K
01:19X-linked Traits
59.6K
In most mammalian species, females have two X sex chromosomes and males have an X and Y. As a result, mutations on the X chromosome in females may be masked by the presence of a normal allele on the second X. In contrast, a mutation on the X chromosome in males more often causes observable biological defects, as there is no normal X to compensate. Trait variations arising from mutations on the X chromosome are called “X-linked”.
59.6K
01:08Hydrolysis of ATP
83.3K
The bonds of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) can be broken through the addition of water, releasing one or two phosphate groups in an exergonic process called hydrolysis. This reaction liberates the energy in the bonds for use in the cell—for instance, to synthesize proteins from amino acids.
If one phosphate group is removed, a molecule of ADP—adenosine diphosphate—remains, along with inorganic phosphate. ADP can be further hydrolyzed to AMP—adenosine...
If one phosphate group is removed, a molecule of ADP—adenosine diphosphate—remains, along with inorganic phosphate. ADP can be further hydrolyzed to AMP—adenosine...
83.3K
01:29Life Histories
23.2K
Overview
23.2K
01:32Chemiosmosis
117.2K
Oxidative phosphorylation is a highly efficient process that generates large amounts of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the basic unit of energy that drives many cellular processes. Oxidative phosphorylation involves two processes— the electron transport chain and chemiosmosis.
Electron Transport Chain
The electron transport chain involves a series of protein complexes on the inner mitochondrial membrane that undergo a series of redox reactions. At the end of this chain, the electrons...
Electron Transport Chain
The electron transport chain involves a series of protein complexes on the inner mitochondrial membrane that undergo a series of redox reactions. At the end of this chain, the electrons...
117.2K