关键词: 牛胰岛素, 人工合成, 蛋白质

Abstract:

From 1958 on, after going through great efforts for more than six years, Chinese scientists obtained successfully the crystals of total synthesis of bovine insulin in September, 1965. That was the first human synthesized crystalline protein with biological activity in the world. As a crucial step toward understanding and exploring the secrets of life, it stands as one of the major milestones in history of the development of natural sciences in China. In accomplishing the great achievement, the Chinese scientists dared to undertake difficult tasks and scale the heights of science. Besides, they are filled with the spirit of taking the whole situation into consideration; seeking group coorperaton; persisting hard struggle; regardless of personal fame and gain; being earnest and realistic; and having a rigorous attitude for scientific research. All these fine qualities are worthy of further development and being carried on from generation to generation.

Key words: Bovine insulin, Total synthesis, Protein