This collection contains an incomplete assortment of records related to the Nuclear Division of the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory under the Directorship of Glenn T. Seaborg and later Darleane C. Hoffman. The Seaborg material is primarily memorabilia and photographs, including awards, diplomas, and numerous images of Seaborg with celebrities and sitting U.S. Presidents. The Hoffman series deals primarily with the 1989 "Cold Fusion" controversy and Hoffman's role in discrediting the discovery. It also contains material related to claims by both the USSR and the U.S. on the discovery and naming rights of elements 97-106. There are approximately four linear feet of manuscript records along with numerous oversized and photographic material. A portion of the oversized memorabilia and photographs from Glenn Seaborg has been digitized and is available online.
-
Glenn Seaborg strategizes football formations
Box 9- 1990s
Glenn T. Seaborg (1912-1999) stands with an unidentified man at a chalkboard. Seaborg draws an arrow to indicate a formation for a play in American football. The photograph is inscribed with the message, “Thank you for…
-
2 items
Glenn Seaborg
Box 14- After 1980 – before 1999
Black and white photograph of Glenn T. Seaborg (1912-1999) standing in an office space in front of a shelf of reference volumes and a wall of photographs.
- Photographer Glines, Paul
- Subject Seaborg, Glenn T. (Glenn Theodore), 1912-1999, Nobel Prize winners
-
Dr. Glenn Seaborg Juggling the Atom Symbol
Box 15- After 1945 – before 1999
Large caricature line drawing of Glenn T. Seaborg (1912-1999). Seaborg is drawn bouncing an atom in each hand.
-
Honorary Degree to Glenn Seaborg from the University of Paris-Sud
Folder 2- 1996-Oct-04
Honorary degree to Glenn Seaborg from the University of Paris-Sud.
- Contributor Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Nuclear Science Division
- Creator Of Work Université de Paris
- Subject Seaborg, Glenn T. (Glenn Theodore), 1912-1999, Nobel Prize winners, Université de Paris
-
Glenn Seaborg and President George H. Bush
Box 9, Folder 19- After 1989 – before 1993
Color photograph of Glenn T. Seaborg (1912-1999) standing with President George H. W. Bush (1924-2018) and a large group of students. The photograph is signed, "Best Wishes, George Bush."
-
Resolution of the California Legislature Honoring Glenn Seaborg
- 1992-Nov-09
Commemorates celebration of Glenn Seaborg's 80th birthday and recognizes November 9, 1992 as "Glenn T. Seaborg Day."
-
Resolution of the Michigan Legislature Honoring Glenn Seaborg
Folder 1- 1992-Mar
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 500 of the Michigan Legislature.
- Contributor Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Nuclear Science Division
- Creator Of Work Michigan. Legislature. Senate, Michigan. Legislature. House of Representatives
- Subject Seaborg, Glenn T. (Glenn Theodore), 1912-1999, Michigan. Legislature. Senate, Michigan. Legislature. House of Representatives, Nobel Prize winners
-
Certificate Presenting Vannevar Bush Award to Glenn Seaborg
Folder 1- 1988-May
"For pioneering with vision, boldness and drive, the discovery, exploration and settlement of new frontiers in science, education, and public service."
-
3 items
Handmade birthday card for Glenn Seaborg
Box 15- Circa 1984
Birthday card for Glenn Seaborg (1912-1999) signed by his colleagues and staff at the Lawrence Hall of Science. The card is hand illustrated with a drawing of Seaborg with Swedish-American actress and singer,…
-
Glenn Seaborg and Ann-Margret
Box 14- Circa 1984
Color photograph of Glenn Seaborg (1912-1999) standing with Swedish-American actress and singer, Ann-Margret Olsson (1941-). Seaborg and Ann-Margret were jointly awarded the Great Swedish Heritage Award in 1984.
-
Glenn Seaborg and Gerald Ford
Box 9- 1974-Apr
Black and white photograph of Glenn T. Seaborg (1912-1999) introducing Vice President Gerald R. Ford (1913-2006) for a talk at the World Future Society Conference, International Ballroom Center, Washington Hilton Hotel,…
-
Glenn Seaborg and Lyndon B. Johnson
- After 1960 – before 1973
Black and white photograph showing Lyndon B. Johnson (1908-1973) speaking with Glenn Seaborg (1912-1999). Johnson has inscribed the photograph with a note and his signature, "To Dr. Glenn T. Seaborg with very high…
-
-
-
Glenn Seaborg and Richard Nixon
- 1970
Black and white photograph of Glenn Seaborg (1912-1999) standing next to President Richard M. Nixon (1913-1994). Nixon has inscribed the photograph with his signature and a note, "To Glenn Seaborg, with best wishes."
-
Certificate Appointing Glenn Seaborg as a Member of the Atomic Energy Commission
Folder 1- 1970-Jul-24
Appointment conferred by President Richard Nixon.
- Contributor Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Nuclear Science Division
- Creator Of Work United States. Bureau of Engraving and Printing
- Subject Seaborg, Glenn T. (Glenn Theodore), 1912-1999, Rogers, William P. (William Pierce), 1913-2001, U.S. Atomic Energy Commission, Nixon, Richard M. (Richard Milhous), 1913-1994, Nobel Prize winners
-
Glenn Seaborg and children with Richard Nixon
Box 13- After 1942 – before 1969
Black and white photograph of Glenn Seaborg (1912-1999) and Richard Nixon (1913-1994) posing with two of Seaborg's seven children who stand between the future President and their father.
Nixon inscribed the photograph…
-
2 items
Meeting in the Oval Office with President Nixon
Box 7- 1969-Jan-28
The White House Oval Office. L to R: Henry A. Kissinger, Robert F. Ellsworth, Patrick E. Haggerty (Chairman of Texas Instruments), President Richard M. Nixon, Glenn T. Seaborg, Lee A. DuBridge.
-
Certificate Honoring Glenn Seaborg
Folder 1- 1968
Presented for distinguished achievements, and notable service to the University of California.
-
2 items
1968 Enrico Fermi Award Presentation
Box 7- 1968-Dec-02
Black and white photograph depicting Glenn Seaborg (1912-1999) and President Lyndon B. Johnson (1908-1973) presenting the Fermi Award to Dr. John Wheeler (1911-2008) at the White House. Wheeler was an American…
-
Certificate Appointing Glenn Seaborg as a Member of the Atomic Energy Commission
Folder 1- 1968-Jun-29
Appointment conferred by President Lyndon B. Johnson.
- Contributor Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Nuclear Science Division
- Creator Of Work United States. Bureau of Engraving and Printing
- Subject Seaborg, Glenn T. (Glenn Theodore), 1912-1999, U.S. Atomic Energy Commission, Rusk, Dean, 1909-1994, Johnson, Lyndon B. (Lyndon Baines), 1908-1973, Nobel Prize winners
-
2 items
1966 Enrico Fermi Award Presentation
Box 6- 1966-Oct-23
Black and white photo depicting Glenn Seaborg (1912-1999) presenting the Enrico Fermi award to Lise Meitner (1878-1968) at the Cavendish Laboratory in Cambridge, England. Meitner was an Austrian-Swedish physicist who…
- Creator Of Work Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Technical and Electronic Information Department
- Subject Seaborg, Glenn T. (Glenn Theodore), 1912-1999, Meitner, Lise, 1878-1968, Cavendish Laboratory (Cambridge, England), United States. Department of Energy, Science--Awards, Women in science, Nobel Prize winners
-
President Lyndon B. Johnson's 1966 visit to Argonne National Laboratory-West
Box 14- 1966-Aug-26
Black and white photograph of Glenn Seaborg (1912-1999) standing with President Lyndon B. Johnson (1908-1973), flanked by two unidentified staffers or scientists. The men are standing in the Argonne National…
-
Certificate Presenting Charles Lathrop Parsons Award to Glenn Seaborg
Folder 1- 1964-Dec-05
Presented for outstanding public service by a member of the American Chemical Society.
-
Glenn Seaborg and Jackie Kennedy
- After 1961 – before 1963
Black and white photograph of Glenn T. Seaborg (1912-1999) shaking the hand of First Lady, Jackie Kennedy (1929-1994).
