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British detective fiction author
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An American chemist, biochemist, chemical engineer, peace activist, author, and educator
Based on estimated IQ scores, Linus Pauling (IQ 190) ranks higher than Arthur Conan Doyle (IQ 180). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Arthur Conan Doyle had an estimated IQ of 180 while Linus Pauling had an estimated IQ of 190.
Arthur Conan Doyle is known for: Stories of Sherlock Holmes, The Lost World . Linus Pauling is known for: Alpha sheet <br> Ancestral sequence reconstruction <br> Backbonding <br> Beta sheet <br> Bond order.
Yes. Both Arthur Conan Doyle and Linus Pauling are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.