Description
Hermann Becks (1897-1962) was born in Wesel am Rhine, Germany. He is known for his research and publications in dentistry
and experimental biology. The collection consists of correspondence and printed material related to Becks's career as a dentist
and research scientist.
Background
Hermann Becks was born in Wesel am Rhine, Germany, in 1897; received medical training at University of Rostock in Germany,
and DDS from University of California at Berkeley, 1933; known for his research and publications in dentistry and experimental
biology; chairman, Oral Biology Department at University of California at San Francisco School of Dentistry; awarded Fauchard
Medal for contributions to oral medicine, 1958.
Extent
1 box (0.5 linear ft.)
Restrictions
Property rights to the physical object belong to the UCLA Library Special Collections. Literary rights, including copyright,
are retained by the creators and their heirs. It is the responsibility of the researcher to determine who holds the copyright
and pursue the copyright owner or his or her heir for permission to publish where The UC Regents do not hold the copyright.
Availability
COLLECTION STORED OFF-SITE AT SRLF: Advance notice required for access.