Summary Information

Title: Pope A. Lawrence Papers
Creator: Lawrence, Pope A.
Dates: 1924-1983
Extent: 14.5 linear feet (34 boxes + oversize)
Abstract:

The collection documents the varied research and policy-making career of this environmental health specialist with the U.S. Department of Heath, Education and Welfare and the Public Health Service. His papers contain a wealth of primary source research materials and scientific data related to: environmental and industrial hygiene; radon activity; use of beryllium as a rocket propellant; uranium mining; and toxicological, biological and chemical weapon systems.

Call number: MS C 539
Language: Collection materials primarily in English
Location: Materials stored onsite. History of Medicine Division. National Library of Medicine