Science Research Institute records, 1942-1964.

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Science Research Institute records, 1942-1964.

Series 1 documents the activities of the institute, especially with public and private organizations such as the American Chemical Society, the Atomic Energy Commission, DuPont, and the National Science Foundation. Series 2 relates to the research activities of institute director Vernon Cheldelin.

10 microfilm reels.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7550572

Oregon State University Libraries

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