Ulrich C. Luft Oral History 1985

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Ulrich C. Luft Oral History 1985

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The oral history summarizes the life and career of Dr. Ulrich C. Luft (1910-1991), a research scientist in aviation medicine at the Lovelace Foundation for Medical Education and Research in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This interview surveys his entire life and career, but focuses on his years at Lovelace and includes detailed discussion of the major research efforts in which he was involved; the growth of facilities and staff at Lovelace, and the major individuals involved in its operations.

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