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Robert C. Pendleton papers, 1957-1982

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Pendleton, Robert C. (Robert Cecil)
Title
Robert C. Pendleton papers
Dates
1957-1982 (inclusive)
Quantity
2 linear ft.
Collection Number
Acc0275
Summary
Robert C. Pendleton served as professor of biology (1961-1982) and director of the Department of Radiological Health at the University of Utah. This collection contains correspondence, personal research, and reprints of publications. Also included are newspaper clippings and press releases on the effects of radiation, especially fallout from nuclear weapons test sites in Nevada. The collection also contains class syllabi.
Repository
University of Utah Libraries, University Archives and Records Management
University Archives and Records Management, J. Willard Marriott Library
University of Utah
666 Guardsman Way
Salt Lake City, UT
84112
Telephone: 8015818242
david.buhler@utah.edu
Access Restrictions

Materials must be used on-site; advance notice suggested. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Languages
English
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Biographical Note

Dr. Pendleton was born in Torrey, Utah on November 5, 1918. He received his bachelor's degree from the University of Utah in 1946, his master's degree the following year and his doctorate in 1952. Dr. Pendleton was active in studying the effects of radioactive fallout through the food chain. He served on the Utah Nuclear Energy Commission, the Utah Council on Science and Technology, and was named to the National Academy of Sciences committee on radioactive waste management. Dr. Pendleton died July 10, 1982.

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Content Description

This collection contains correspondence, personal research, and reprints of publications. Also included are newspaper clippings and press releases on the effects of radiation, especially fallout from nuclear weapons test sites in Nevada. The collection also contains class syllabi.

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Use of the Collection

Preferred Citation

Initial Citation: Robert C. Pendleton papers, Acc. 275, Box [ ]. University Archives and Records Management. University of Utah, J. Willard Marriott. Salt Lake City, Utah.

Following Citations:Acc. 275.

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Administrative Information

Arrangement

This collection is arranged alphabetically.

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Detailed Description of the Collection


2004

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