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Guide to the Papers of Paul Sophus Epstein, 1898-1966
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Description
Epstein was a physicist at California Institute of Technology from 1921-1953; he taught
advanced courses in mathematical and theoretical physics. Collection includes general and family correspondence;
personal and biographical material; notebooks; manuscripts; class notes by a Caltech student; books, mostly
technical and in Russian; reprints of Epstein's writings.
Background
Epstein was the first European-trained physicist to come to Caltech on a permanent basis. Recruited by Robert A.
Millikan in 1921, he was one of a generation of prominent mathematical physicists who laid the foundations for modern
atomic physics. Having studied and worked in Moscow, Munich, Zurich and Leyden before settling permanently in the
United States, Epstein had wide personal and scientific contacts.
Extent
17.25 linear feet
Restrictions
Copyright may not have been assigned to the California Institute of Technology Archives. All requests for permission to publish
or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the Head of the Archives. Permission for publication is given on
behalf of the California Institute of Technology Archives as the owner of the physical items and is not intended to include
or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained by the reader.
Availability
The collection is open for research. Researchers must apply in writing for access.