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Robert Stone Dow papers, 1908-1995
Overview of the Collection
- Act
- Dow, Robert Stone, 1908-
- Title
- Robert Stone Dow papers
- Dates
- 1908-1995 (inclusive)19081995
- Quantity
- 2 linear feet
- Collection Number
- 2008-003
- Summary
- The genesis of neurological sciences research in the Pacific Northwest is detailed in this collection. Dr. Robert Stone Dow (1908-95) was locally educated at Linfield College (BA 1929), and University of Oregon Medical School (M.A., M.D., 1934; Ph.D., 1935). Mentored by Dr. Olaf Larsell he began his life's work in Neurology which resulted in the creation of the Neurological Sciences Institute (NSI).
- Repository
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Oregon Health & Science University, Historical Collections & Archives
OHSU Historical Collections & Archives
Oregon Health & Science University
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd. MC:LIB
Portland, OR
97239
Telephone: 5034945587
hcaref@ohsu.edu - Access Restrictions
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There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
This collection includes a variety of correspondence, papers, reprints, presentations, lecture notes, manuscripts, reports, biographies, bibliographies, bound volumes, and photographs to illustrate the career of Dr. Dow in the neurological sciences.
Historical NoteReturn to Top
NSI's Mission: to advance our understanding of the brain and neurological disorders. To accomplish this mission, the research staff of the NSI studies nervous and sensory systems using a wide range of techniques from the level of molecules to the level of behaving human beings.
The current areas of research emphasis include: Movement control - studies of how the brain organizes sensory inputs and motor command outputs to produce muscle contractions following damage or diseases of the brain and nervous system. Neural degeneration - studies of how nerve cells degenerate as a result of genetic disorders, aging, injury or disease. Neural development - studies of how the nervous system forms in infants and how it regenerates following injury or disease. Sensory systems - studies of how the senses of vision, hearing, touch, balance, pain and electrosense are affected by experience, aging, disease and inherited disorders. Neural plasticity and learning - studies of how the circuits and responses of brain and nervous system are modified by experience and sensory inputs.
The goal of the institute is to use integrated and interdisciplinary approaches to expand the base of knowledge upon which modern medical treatments and technology are founded.
NSI's History: In 1959, NSI began as the Laboratory of Neurophysiology at Good Samaritan Hospital and Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. Robert S. Dow, M.D., Ph.D., the first board certified neurologist in the state of Oregon, was the laboratory's founder, who brought together a team of scientists interested in the function of the cerebellum. The Neurological Sciences Institute was formally established in 1975, and expanded to include scientists interested in many areas of neuroscience. In 1998, because it represented a bridge between basic and clinical neuroscience, NSI was invited to become part of OHSU. The Institute moved to its current laboratory facility on the OHSU West Campus in Hillsboro, Oregon in 2000.
The growth of NSI has been focused on the need to bring high quality, inter-disciplinary basic and applied scientific research to a variety of clinically relevant problems of the brain and sensory systems. NSI currently has 23 active laboratories and a staff of about 110 researchers and support personnel. NSI has an outstanding track record of ground-breaking research and federal funding. The mission is to advance knowledge of the brain and neurological disorders, and to translate that knowledge into new approaches for diagnoses, treatments, cures and prevention. Therefore, NSI investigators are dedicated, not only to gaining new knowledge about our brains and how our brains make us who we are, but also translating that knowledge into advancement of the clinical management of neurological disorders—one of the most widespread and devastating problems faced by our society today.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
OHSU Historical Collections & Archives (HC&A) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections, however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with HC&A to determine if we can provide permission for use.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Arrangement
The files of the collection are housed in 2 document boxes. Bound volumes are in a large storage box.
Custodial History
Provenance: In 1959, NSI began as the Laboratory of Neurophysiology at Good Samaritan Hospital and Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. Robert S. Dow, M.D., Ph.D., the first board certified neurologist in the state of Oregon, was the laboratory's founder, who brought together a team of scientists interested in the function of the cerebellum. The Neurological Sciences Institute was formally established in 1975, and expanded to include scientists interested in many areas of neuroscience. In 1998, because it represented a bridge between basic and clinical neuroscience, NSI was invited to became part of OHSU. The Institute moved to the laboratory facility on the OHSU West Campus in Hillsboro, Oregon in 2000.
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Foldered Documents, 1934-1992Return to Top
Container(s): Box 1
Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
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Box | Folder | ||
1 | 1 | Photographs (including Jan Jansen, Olaf Larsell, Agnes Salakory, and DOW related images) |
1934-1995 |
1 | 2 | Biographical information and presentations (includes Biographies, correspondence, and news clippings) |
1994-1996 |
1 | 3 | Publications & Awards (includes minutes, certificates, brochures, and correspondence) |
1972-1989 |
1 | 4 | Speech & Biography Draft of speech to Women of Good Samaritan volunteers (1978) and an excerpt of "Inside the Black Box" by Casey Bush
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1978-2000 |
1 | 5 | Inside the Black Box: A Biography of Oregon Neuroscientist Robert Stone Dow by Casey Bush |
undated |
ArtifactsReturn to Top
Container(s): Box 2
Container(s) | Description | Dates |
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Certificate from Italica Societas Biologiae Experimentalis |
1969 | |
Discovery Award (metal framed,color plaque) from Medical Research Foundation of Oregon |
1988 | |
The Frances Durrell Award (glass plaque) from OASIS |
1994 | |
Larsell Cerebellar Symposium (inscribed on metal plate on black square block with hole in top) |
1972 August | |
Robert S. Dow, M.D. Board of Trustees, Good Samaritan Hospital & Medical Center (Solid, heavy cut and faceted glass block) |
undated | |
Aubrey R. Watzek Award inscribed Robert S. Dow Lewis & Clark College 1986 (Totem sculpture of owl on wooden base) |
1986 | |
Small sculpture base. Bottom inscribed : Ken Tatyrek Sculpturing Hood River Oregon |
undated | |
2 finials (glass rods) for Larsell block |
undated | |
Interview, Robert S. Dow (DVD) with American Ass. of Neurological Surgeons
Donated by Conrad Carter, M.D.
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undated |
Bound volumes and oversized documentsReturn to Top
Container(s): Box 3
Container(s) | Description | Dates |
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Master's thesis; "The Development of the Cerebellar Fissures in Certain Mammals" |
1934 | |
Presentations vol. 1
|
1938-1972 | |
Presentations vol. 2 |
1970-1977 | |
Presentations vol. 3 |
1978-1980 | |
Presentations vol. 4 |
1981-1986 | |
Presentations vol. 5 |
1987-1990 | |
NSI Funding presentations v. 1 |
1982-1990 | |
NSI Funding presentations v. 2 |
1990-1995 |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Neurology
Corporate Names
- University of Oregon Health Sciences Center
- University of Oregon. Medical School
Geographical Names
- Oregon
Occupations
- Universities and colleges--Faculty
Other Creators
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Personal Names
- Larsell, Olof, 1886-1964--History (act)