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Collman (James Paddock) Papers
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Description
This collection includes the course materials, research reports, notes, and professional papers created by Collman during his decades long career as a chemist.
Background
James Paddock Collman, born in 1932 in Beatrice, Nebraska, embarked on his chemistry journey at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. His doctoral research at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign centered on Grignard reagents. In 1967, he joined Stanford University as a Professor of Chemistry. Amidst numerous accolades, his accomplishments include election to the National Academy of Sciences in 1975 and being named California Scientist of the Year in 1983.
Extent
248 Linear Feet
Restrictions
While University Archives is the owner of the physical and/or digital items, permission to examine collection materials is not an authorization to publish. These materials are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study. Any transmission or reproduction beyond that allowed by fair use requires permission from the owners of rights, heir(s) or assigns.
Availability
Materials related to fellowships, grant proposals, and student records are restricted until 75 years after date of creation. Otherwise, materials are open for research use. Audio-visual materials are not available in original format, and must be reformatted to a digital use copy.