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Charles L. Dunham Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS-1167

  • Staff Only

The material in this collection consists of correspondences between Charles Dunham and various research associations, reports and handbooks published by research associations, business cards, date books, photographs, etc.

Dates

  • 1955-1975

Conditions Governing Access

Collections are stored offsite and must be requested in advance. See www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.

Conditions Governing Use

The UT Libraries claims only physical ownership of most material in the collections. Persons wishing to broadcast or publish this material must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants on www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.

Extent

2 Linear Feet (2 record boxes)

Abstract

The material in this collection consists of correspondences between Charles Dunham and various research associations, reports and handbooks published by research associations, business cards, date books, photographs, etc.

Biographical/Historical Note

A prominent physician concerned with the biological effects of radiation, Dr. Charles L. Dunham (1906-1975) became heavily involved in radiation research, holding positions on various boards and committees in this field including as President of the Radiation Research Society (1969-70). Dunham received numerous awards and honors for his achievements in both medical and radiation science. Among them are the Medical Alumni Association Distinguished Service award, University of Chicago (1952), and the Alumni Association Professional Achievement Award, University of Chicago (1974). In addition, he was awarded membership in the Alpha Omega Alph Honor Medical Society (1974).

Arrangement

This collection consists of two boxes organized into one series: Series I: General Alphabetical File

Repository Details

Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository

Contact:
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville TN 37996 USA
865-974-4480