Jim Kincaid and heme proteins: The Princeton years and beyond

This article is a personal chronical of Jim Kincaid's scientific career from his postdoctoral years in my laboratory at Princeton, to his final years in his lab at Marquette. He devoted himself to the study of heme proteins, using Raman spectroscopy as a probe of structure and function, producing many notable advances in our understanding of these key biological molecules. Along the way, Jim supported and encouraged many aspiring scientists. Reminiscences from his students and colleagues affirm his enthusiasm for science and for friendship, his generosity of time and attention, his puckish sense of humor, his unfailing kindness and his concern for the well-being of those around him, to the very end of his life. I was fortunate to have him as a student, collaborator, and life-long friend.