Arthur Rich Papers, 1962-1989

Start Over Collection Arthur Rich Papers, 1962-1989 Date range Unknown

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6.5 linear feet

University of Michigan physicist specializing in precision measurements of atomic physics; best known for working with positrons and positronium. Correspondence, grant proposals, course material, articles, clippings and photographs pertaining to Rich's research, teaching and administrative duties as a physics professor at the University of Michigan. Some materials relate to his colleague, William L. Williams.

The Arthur Rich Papers span the years 1962 to 1989, and document diverse aspects of his career as a professor of physics at the University of Michigan. The collection has been divided into seven series: Biographical Information, Research Activities, Course Materials, Correspondence, Publications, Topical Files, and Photographs.

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Biographical Information

Biographical Information (2 folders, 1 printed volume; 1978-1991) contains Rich's curriculum vita and faculty evaluations. The latter are Rich's annual summaries of his research activities and other accomplishments, which were submitted to the Chair and Executive Committee of the Physics Department. The series also contains the published proceedings of the Arthur Rich Memorial Symposium, which was held in May 1991.

Research Activities

Research Activities (2 linear ft.; 1970-1989) primarily consists of grant proposals, which document the planning, progress, staffing, and funding of research projects. Whenever possible, projects are listed by the title Rich gave them; otherwise, a general topic or funding agency name is used. There are also a few folders which contain research-related calculations and notes.