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Revision as of 02:58, 13 May 2008 by PlatanusOccidentalis (talk | contribs) (fix)(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)James M. Tour is a synthetic organic chemist, specializing in nanotechnology. He is well-known for his work in molecular electronics and molecular switching molecules. He has also been involved in other work, such as the creation of a nanocar and NanoKids, an interactive learning DVD to teach children fundamentals of chemistry and physics. Dr. Tour was also a founder of the Molecular Electronics Corporation. He holds joint appointments in the departments of chemistry, computer science, and mechanical engineering and materials science at Rice University. Dr. Tour received degrees from Syracuse University (BS, 1981), Purdue University (PhD, 1986) and completed postdoctoral work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (1986-1987) and Stanford University (1987-1988).
In the Scientific American article "Better Killing Through Chemistry", which appeared a few months after the September 11 attacks, Tour is credited for highlighting the issue of the ease of obtaining chemical weapon precursors in the United States.
A Scientific Dissent From Darwinism
Tour is one of the signers of the petition that the Discovery Institute labeled "A Scientific Dissent From Darwinism", however everyone who signed the petition were not members of the Intelligent design movement. Tour said he remained open-minded about evolution. He was quoted as saying "I respect that work" and being open to the possibility that future research will complete the explanations. He is not a supporter of intelligent design, describing himself as "sympathetic to the arguments," but also stating that "the scientific proof is not there."
References
- James Tour's Bio at James M Tour Group website
- Musser, George (2001). "Better Killing through Chemistry: Buying chemical weapons material through the mail is quick and easy". Scientific American. Retrieved 2007-09-06.
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