Papers of James Henderson Sang
Scope and Contents
The material here covers solely Sang's appointment to the Animal Breeding and Genetics Research Organisation and the subsequent difficulties within the Organisation, including matters surrounding the official ARC enquiry. Contains:
Coll-1391/1: Papers concerning Sang's appointment at the Animal Breeding and Genetics Research Organisation (May-June 1948);
Coll-1391/2: Papers relating to the official Agricultural Research Council enquiry (1950-1952);
Coll-1391/3: Drafts and notes relating to the ARC enquiry and surrounding issues (c.1951).
Dates
- Creation: 1948-1952
Creator
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Some material is restricted and cannot be produced.
Conditions Governing Use
Applications for permission to quote should be sent to the Head of Special Collections.
Reproduction subject to usual conditions: educational use and condition of documents.
Extent
0.2 linear metres (1 'A' box)
Arrangement
The original system of arrangement has been maintained. Papers are arranged in reverse chronological order within folders.
Physical Location
CLX-A-1127
Custodial History
Upon receipt of the material in September 2012, the papers were housed in archival enclosures.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
The papers were donated to Edinburgh University Library Special Collections, in September 2012.
Appraisal
As far as is known, the material has not been appraised.
Accruals
Further accruals unlikely.
Existence and Location of Originals
This material is original.
Existence and Location of Copies
No known copies.
Bibliography
Processing Information
Catalogued by Clare Button November 2013
Creator
Subject
- Title
- The papers of James Henderson Sang, biologist and geneticist
- Language of description
- Undetermined
- Script of description
- Code for undetermined script
Repository Details
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