J. David Singer papers, 1947-2009 (majority within 1957-2000)
21.3 linear feet (in 23 boxes) — 10.2 GB (online)
University of Michigan professor of political science, research scientist at the Mental Health Research Institute, and pioneer in the interdisciplinary and quantitative approach to conflict resolution. Administrative papers of Center for Research on Conflict Resolution, Correlates of War Project, and the Journal of Conflict Resolution, topical files on numerous organizations and subjects, and research papers from disarmament negotiations study.
The J. David Singer papers document the career of a leading political science researcher, teacher, and peace activist. The bulk of the materials span the 1950s to the year 2000 and are arranged into nine distinct series:
- Biographical Materials
- Topical Files
- Correspondence
- Lectures and Conferences
- Publications
- Grant Proposals
- Teaching
- Programs
- Later materials
- Audio-Visual Materials