Steve Lawson was an administrative officer at the Linus Pauling Institute from 1977 to 2016. In this, the first of six interviews, Lawson discusses his background before his employment with the Linus Pauling Institute of Science and Medicine, his hiring at LPISM, and his initial role at the Institute. He also describes his early interactions with Linus Pauling and the evolution of their relationship over time, including their scientific collaborations. He likewise shares his recollections of Pauling's personality and work style, and his memories of Ava Helen Pauling.
Interview conducted by Chris Petersen for inclusion in the History of Science Oral History Collection (OH 017), Special Collections and Archives Research Center, Oregon State University Libraries.
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