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13 items
Dyestuffs for Wood Stains
- 1900s
Sample book for dyeing solutions on wood from the Interessengemeinschaft Farbenindustrie Aktiengesellschaft, a German chemical and pharmaceutical conglomerate. Contains dyeing instructions and sixty-four mounted wood…
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8 items
Oral history interview with Vincent L. Gregory, Jr.
- 1995-Feb-14
Vincent L. Gregory begins this interview with a description of growing up in a family of nine during the Depression. While deciding between entering the priesthood and a business career, Gregory opted to study economics…
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Oral history interview with John H. Sinfelt
- 1995-Feb-21
In this interview, Dr. Sinfelt recalls his childhood during the Depression, his early education, and his interest in mathematics. He then moves on to the awakening of his interest in science, first at Lycoming College…
- Interviewee Sinfelt, John H.
- Interviewer Bohning, James J.
- Subject Catalysts, Metal catalysts, Exxon Corporation, Exxon Research and Engineering Company, Sinfelt, John H. (John Henry), 1931-2011, Chemical engineers
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Postage stamp honoring Dr. Virginia Apgar
- 1995
United States postage stamp honoring Dr. Virginia Apgar (1909-1974), an American obstetrical anesthesiologist best known as the inventor of the Apgar Score used to quickly assess the health of a newborn child…
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Oral history interview with Robert A. Roland
- 1995-Mar-14
Robert Roland describes his family background and upbringing in Upper Darby, PA, as well as his education at Villanova University and the University of Pennsylvania School of Law. Roland also reflects on his career in…
- Interviewee Roland, Robert A., 1931-2013
- Interviewer Bohning, James J.
- Subject Lawyers, Chemical industry, Roland, Robert A., 1931-2013, Chemical Manufacturers Association (U.S.), Chemical industry--Environmental aspects, National Paint and Coatings Association, Lawyers--Biography, International Medal
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10 items
Oral history interview with Eugene G. Rochow
- 1995-Jan-24
Eugene G. Rochow discusses his family background in Germany, his upbringing in New Jersey, and his early interests in electricity and silicon which led him to pursue degrees in chemistry at Cornell University where he…
- Interviewee Rochow, Eugene George, 1909-
- Interviewer Bohning, James J.
- Subject Silicones, Patnode, Winton Irving, 1904-, Chemists, Rochow, Eugene George, 1909-, Cornell University, Harvard University, Chemists--Biography
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2 items
Periodic Round Table
- 1995
The "Periodic Round Table" looks like a multi-layered cake. There are eight wooden layers that sit on top of one another and can be rotated. Layers are divided into chemical elements with engraved element name and…
- Creator Of Work Katz, Gary
- Subject Science--Study and teaching, Periodic table of the elements, Katz, Gary
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7 items
Oral history interview with Harold J. Read
- 1995-Mar-22
Harold J. Read describes his family background and his upbringing in Illinois, where he also earned his BS and MA from the University of Illinois but Read later relocated to the University of Pennsylvania where his…
- Interviewee Read, Harold J. (Harold James), 1911-1999
- Interviewer Bohning, James J.
- Subject Electrochemical Society, Chemists, Read, Harold J. (Harold James), 1911-1999, Metallurgy, Chemists--Biography
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5 items
Oral history interview with Keith R. McKennon
- 1995-Mar-30
Keith McKennon begins this interview by discussing the origins of his interest in research and chemistry and the impact of growing up in Pendleton, Oregon, and attending Oregon State University. He then describes his…
- Interviewee McKennon, Keith R., 1933-2013
- Interviewer Bohning, James J.
- Subject Dow Corning Corporation, Dow Chemical Company, Chemists, Brandt, E. N., Chemists--Biography, McKennon, Keith R., 1933-2013
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Oral history interview with Boris Magasanik
- 1993 – 1995 (In three sessions)
Boris Magasanik begins the interview with a description of his childhood years in Vienna, Austria. Shortly after graduating from the Gymnasium in 1937, Magasanik immigrated to the United States to live with his sister…
- Interviewee Magasanik, Boris, 1919-2013
- Interviewer Schlesinger, Sondra
- Subject Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Biochemists, Magazanik, Boris, 1919-2013, Harvard Medical School, Columbia University
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Oral history interview with J. Paul Hogan
- 1995-Feb-10
The interview begins as J. Paul Hogan discusses his family background and early education in Lowes, Kentucky. Next follows a description of Hogan's college education at Murray State and teaching experiences at the high…
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Oral history interview with N. Bruce Hannay
- 1995-Dec-28
The interview begins with N. Bruce Hannay discussing the origins of his interest in electrochemistry and his awareness of The Electrochemical Society as an ideal organization for discussions and publications on topics…
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2 items
Classificação Periódica dos Elementos
- Periodic Classification of the Elements
- 1995
Periodic table of the elements published by the Chemical Society of Brazil, 1995.
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The Politically Correct Periodic Table of the Elements
- Circa 1995
A whimsical rendering of the Periodic table noting all sources of toxicity, pollution, radioactivity, etc. This rendering is a slightly edited version of a table produced by the "Annals of Improbable Research."
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The Travelers' Periodic Table
- 1995
Rendering of the Periodic Table of Elements containing geographical names around the world and universe which were or may have been derived from the names of chemical elements.
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Oral history interview with N. Bruce Hannay
- 1995-Mar-09
The interview begins with Dr. Hannay describing his family background and his early education in Washington state. Both his high school chemistry teacher and his older brother greatly influenced his decision to pursue…
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6 items
Oral history interview with William E. Hanford
- 1995-Mar-15
William Hanford begins the interview with a discussion of the importance of teamwork and the influence of Roger Adams in his career. He then continues on to his family background and youth. His high school chemistry…
- Interviewee Hanford, William E., 1908-1996
- Interviewer Bohning, James J.
- Subject General Aniline & Film Corporation, Olin Corporation, Polymers, Carothers, Wallace Hume, 1896-1937, Chemistry, Organic, Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company, Chemists--Biography, E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company, M. W. Kellogg Company, Hanford, William E., 1908-1996, Chemists
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6 items
Oral history interview with Norman Hackerman
- 1995-Feb-08
In this, his third of three interviews with James J. Bohning of the Chemical Heritage Foundation, Norman Hackerman begins by reviewing the origins of his association with The Electrochemical Society [ECS], which was…
- Interviewee Hackerman, Norman
- Interviewer Bohning, James J.
- Subject American Electrochemical Society, Electrochemistry--Societies, etc., Chemists, Chemists--Biography, Hackerman, Norman
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6 items
Oral history interview with Edward Donley
- 1995-Jan-26
The interview begins with Edward Donley describing his early years growing up on his family's farm and attending a one-room schoolhouse. After graduating from high school, Donley joined the Civilian Conservation Corps…
- Interviewee Donley, Edward, 1921-
- Interviewer Bohning, James J.
- Subject Hydrogen, Mechanical engineers, American Standard, Inc., Pool, Leonard Parker, 1906-1975, Continental Aviation and Engineering Company, Liquid oxygen, Mechanical engineering, Oxygen, Donley, Edward, 1921-, Air Products and Chemicals, inc.
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6 items
Oral history interview with Dexter F. Baker
- 1995-Jan-27
Dexter Baker begins the interview by discussing his childhood and early education in the suburbs of Philadelphia. After graduating from Upper Darby High in 1945, Baker was drafted into the US Navy and admitted to the…
- Interviewee Baker, Dexter F.
- Interviewer Bohning, James J.
- Subject Turbines, Mechanical engineers, Chemical industry, Baker, Dexter F., Air Products and Chemicals, inc., Gas-turbines, Corporations
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2 items
Aluminum necklace
- 1900s
Round silver aluminum necklace consisting of numerous triangular shaped pieces arranged in an overlapping pattern; hook and eye clasp are attached via thread to the main body of the necklace.
- Subject Aluminum, Jewelry, Electrochemistry
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2 items
Bayer Orange Flavoured Children's Chewable Aspirin Bottle
- 1910 – 2007
- 1988
Small glass Bayer orange flavoured children's chewable aspirin bottle with pink plastic cap, 36 tablet size.
- Contributor Sterling Drug
- Manufacturer Bayer Company, Inc.
- Subject Sterling Drug, Drugs, Medicine bottles, Bayer Company, Inc., Aspirin
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2 items
Bayer Flavoured Children's Size Aspirin Bottle
- 1910 – 2007
Small glass Bayer flavoured children's size aspirin bottle with pink plastic cap, 36 tablet size, containing pink tablets.
- Manufacturer Bayer Company, Inc.
- Subject Drugs, Medicine bottles, Bayer Company, Inc., Aspirin
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3 items
Beckman L-60, XL-90, and XL-100 Ultracentrifuges
- 1990s
Beckman Instruments began producing centrifuges after their January 1, 1955 acquisition of industry leader, Specialized Instruments Corporation, or Spinco. With Spinco came the famous Model E Ultracentrifuge, which was…
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Beckman Avanti J-20 and Avanti J-20I Centrifuges
- 1990s
Beckman Instruments began producing centrifuges after their January 1, 1955 acquisition of industry leader, Specialized Instruments Corporation, or Spinco. With Spinco came the famous Model E Ultracentrifuge, which was…
