Reuven Ramaty Papers, 1963-1999

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Reuven Ramaty Papers, 1963-1999

Reuven Ramaty Papers, 1963-1999

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Papers of Reuven Ramaty, astrophysicist, pioneer in high energy astrophysics, and a leading theorist at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center for over 30 years. The collection documents his years at Goddard Space Flight Center first as post-doctoral research associate, then as astrophysicist, and finally as head of the theory office of the Laboratory for High Energy Astrophysics. Ramaty is best known for his study of the high-energy nuclear reactions in solar flares and the use of gamma-ray line and neutron measurements to determine the properties of flare-accelerated particles. Materials in the collection date from 1963-1999. The collection is rich in Ramaty's research and writings and comprises research materials, manuscripts, drafts, and final versions, notes, and correspondence. Writings include most of his significant publications in refereed journals and books. The collection also documents his conference presentations and invited talks. Also included are materials related to Ramaty's involvement in NASA-funded theory initiatives, space science missions, his work on different committees, working groups, and as an organizer of several major space science conferences. The collection is arranged in six series: 1) WRITINGS, 2) CONFERENCES, 3) COMMITTEES, 4) SUBJECT FILES, 5) CORRESPONDENCE, and 6) BIOGRAPHICAL MATERIALS.

17.80 linear feet; (44 archives boxes and 7 oversize folders)

eng,

University of California, San Diego. Geisel Library. Mandeville Special Collections Library.