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S. Colum Gilfillan papers, 1976-1978.
BANC MSS 75/50 z:7LOCAL
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Title:

S. Colum Gilfillan papers, 1976-1978
History of science and technology collection

Creator/Contributor:

Gilfillan, S. Colum, 1889-1987, creator

Creator/Contributor:

Susskind, Charles.

Creator/Contributor:

Inouye, Arlene.

Abstract:

Includes transcript of an interview with the sociologist, conducted by Charles Susskind and Arlene Inouye, re methods for predictions of technological inventions and trends, including discussion of some of Gilfillan's own predictions. Also, a reprint of the article by Susskind and Inouye, Technological Trends and National Policy: The First Modern Technology Assessment, and a letter from Susskind re use of the material.

Date:

1976 (issued)

Subject:

Technological forecasting
Prévision technologique
Technological forecasting

Note:

Included in: History of Science and Technology Collection.
Includes transcript of an interview with the sociologist, conducted by Charles Susskind and Arlene Inouye, re methods for predictions of technological inventions and trends, including discussion of some of Gilfillan's own predictions. Also, a reprint of the article by Susskind and Inouye, Technological Trends and National Policy: The First Modern Technology Assessment, and a letter from Susskind re use of the material.

Type:

Oral histories.

Physical Description:

1 folder

Language:

English

Identifier:

BANC MSS 75/50 z:7LOCAL

Origin:

California