Additional Records of the British Biophysical Society

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Correspondence and papers of the British Biophysical Society Chairperson, Meetings Secretary anh Honorary Secretary, with papers relating to the Society's course booklet, Techniques Group and Talking Point scheme, 1969-2003.

Dates

Creation: 1969-2003

Extent

0.6 Linear metres (4 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Preferred Citation

Oxford, Bodleian Libraries [followed by shelfmark and folio or page reference, e.g. MS. 24102/1, file 1].

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MSS. 24102/1-4

Collection ID (for staff)

CMD ID 24102

Additional Description

Abstract

Additional minutes, correspondence and publications of the British Biophysical Society.

Biographical / Historical

The British Biophysical Society was founded 'to bring together chemists, physicists and biologists to a joint study of biological systems'. The first committee meeting took place on 21st February 1962 at Kings College, London, with J.T. Randall as Chairman, John Kendrew as Honorary Secretary and D.D. Eley as Meetings Secretary.

The Society organises and sponsors specialist events, holds a major biennial meeting and awards prizes and bursaries to promote biophysics in Britain.