14. Vera and Linus Pauling
Linus Pauling’s revolutionary work in chemistry and peace activism was closely tied to Vera’s collaboration, especially as a peace advocate. They remain the only married couple with individual Nobel Prizes. Linus was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1954 for his research into the nature of the chemical bond and its application to the structure of complex substances. In 1962, he received the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to promote nuclear disarmament. Vera, a dedicated peace activist, was instrumental in supporting Linus’s humanitarian endeavors. Their partnership exemplified a shared commitment to science and peace (nobelprize.org).
