Profiles in Science has added the papers of Albert Szent-Gyorgyi, MD, PhD (1893-1986), one of the twentieth century's greatest scientists. Szent-Gyorgyi's scientific career spanned 73 years and addressed topics ranging from anatomy to quantum biology. He won a Nobel Prize for isolating vitamin C, and his research on biological oxidation provided the basis for Krebs' citric acid cycle which transforms food energy into energy for life processes. Szent-Gyorgyi also unraveled the biochemical processes that make muscles move, and was one of the first to explore the connections between free radicals and cancer.

"Dr. Szent-Gyorgyi was an innovative and imaginative researcher--a pioneer in several areas of biochemistry. He was a great humanitarian, a charismatic and eloquent teacher, a great wit, and deeply involved in politics. First and last, he was a great scientist," said NLM Director Donald A. B. Lindberg, MD.

The online exhibit features oral histories, published articles, lectures, documentaries, and photographs from the Szent-Gyorgyi papers. Visitors to the site can view many of Szent-Gyorgyi's publications as well as photos of him and his lab staff working and playing.