Oral history interview with Russell A. Mittermeier 2007 April 15

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Oral history interview with Russell A. Mittermeier 2007 April 15

Russell A. Mittermeier discusses the involvement and increasing support of Gordon E. Moore in Conservation International, especially his contribution to building the Center for Applied Biodiversity Science. He describes Moore as a good match with Conservation International given Moore's appreciation of its scientific approach and organizational management, leading the board of directors and transforming the organization at large. Lastly, Mittermeier reflects on how Moore's experience at Conservation International influenced the founding of the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and notes the Moores' influence in attracting Silicon Valley to the cause of conservation.

Sound files ; digital, mp3 fileTranscript : (14 leaves) ; 29 cm.

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Mittermeier, Russell A.

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Born in the Bronx, New York on November 8, 1949. Education: B.A. Dartmouth (1971), Ph.D. Biological anthropology (1977). Employment: No Details. From the description of Oral history interview with Russell A. Mittermeier 2007 April 15 (Chemical Heritage Foundation). WorldCat record id: 743095462 ...

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