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The image appears to be a page from a newsletter titled "Harvard Foundation Newsletter, December 31, 1957." The title of the page is "Library and Laboratory News Notes from the Departments and Graduate Schools." The content of the page is divided into sections discussing various departments and their activities, specifically Biology, Chemistry, and Fine Arts.

Biology Section:

This section mentions appointments and changes within the Biology department. It includes:

• Dr. Avrion Mitchison being appointed as a Visiting Lecturer in Biology at the University of Edinburgh for the spring term 1957-58.
• Professor George Wald being awarded the M.D. degree (hon Causa) at the University of Berne, Switzerland, in June 1957.
• Dr. A. M. Pappenheimer, Jr., being appointed as a Professor of Biology at Harvard from July 1, 1958.
• Professor E. S. Barghoorn being on sabbatical leave during the fall term of 1957-58, visiting laboratories in Holland, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and England for research in the petrographic study of coal and its plant constituents.

Chemistry Section:

This section discusses the Chemistry department, noting the overcrowded conditions and the need for a new laboratory building to accommodate the growth in the number of graduate students and research personnel. It mentions:

• The planned addition to the Chemistry Laboratories to relieve overcrowding.
• The historical context of the department, including the initiation of a program in biochemistry and the growth in research groups.
• Details about Professor Bartlett’s lecture and his activities during his sabbatical leave, as well as other notable chemists like Professor Lingane and Professor Woodward receiving awards.

Fine Arts Section:

This section focuses on the Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts department, noting the growing interest in the visual arts:

• Mr. and Mrs. Alfred St. Vrain Carpenter's donation to provide a Center for the Visual Arts at Harvard, intended to support the practice of visual arts.
• The impact of the recent bequest from Professor Reginald A. Daly and his wife, Louise Haskell Daly, on the museum's resources and ability to acquire objects for teaching.

The page concludes with a note indicating it continues on the next page.

The image is a page from the "Harvard Foundation Newsletter," dated December 31, 1957. It is titled "Library and Laboratory News Notes from the Departments and Graduate Schools" and provides updates on various academic departments, including Biology, Chemistry, and the Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts.

Biology:

• Dr. Avrion Mitchison, from the University of Edinburgh, has been appointed as a Visiting Lecturer in Biology for the spring term 1957-58. He will teach an advanced course in experimental embryology.
• Professor George Wald was awarded an M.D. degree (hon Causa) at the University of Berne, Switzerland, in June 1957.
• Dr. A. M. Pappenheimer, Jr., currently of the Department of Microbiology at the New York University College of Medicine, has been appointed Professor of Biology at Harvard from July 1, 1958.
• Professor E. S. Barghoorn is on sabbatical leave during the fall term of 1957-58 and will visit several laboratories in Europe to study recent developments in the petrographic study of coal and its plant constituents.

Chemistry:

• An addition to the Chemical Laboratories is planned to relieve overcrowding. The number of graduate students and research personnel has doubled since the Mallinckrodt and Converse Laboratories were built thirty years ago.
• The new laboratory building will be situated between the southern ends of the Mallinckrodt and Converse Laboratories and will provide space for the research groups of three professors and for both undergraduate and graduate instruction in biochemistry.
• The number of undergraduates concentrating in chemistry has shown a small but steady increase. Last year, 122 Harvard and 6 Radcliffe students were concentrating in chemistry, and 65 of last year's freshmen began chemistry concentration this fall.
• Professor Bartlett was on sabbatical leave last spring term and gave lectures at the University of Munich and at conferences in London and Paris.
• Professor Lingane has been selected as the recipient of the 1958 Fisher Award in Analytical Chemistry.
• Professor Woodward gave the Ciba Foundation lecture in London and received the Award for Creative Work in Synthetic Organic Chemistry.
• Professor Westheimer is the incumbent of the departmental Research Professorship this year, and Professor Kenneth B. Wiberg is serving as Visiting Professor.

Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts:

• The Fogg Art Museum is receiving increasing interest in the visual arts. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred St. Vrain Carpenter have given Harvard a million and a half dollars to provide a Center for the Visual Arts.
• The Fogg's purchase funds have been increased by a bequest from Professor Reginald A. Daly and his wife, Louise Haskell Daly, which is welcome as the Fogg has often had to pass up objects due to a lack of funds.

The image is a scanned page from a newsletter titled "Harvard Foundation Newsletter, December 31, 1957." The page is numbered 5 and contains several sections of news notes from various departments and graduate schools at Harvard University. The text is organized into distinct sections, each focusing on a different department or school.

Biology:

• Dr. Avrion Mitchison, a lecturer in biology at the University of Edinburgh, has been appointed as a visiting lecturer in experimental embryology for the spring term of 1957-58.
• Professor George Wald, from the University of Berne, Switzerland, was awarded an M.D. degree (hon causa) in June 1957.
• Dr. A. M. Pappenheimer, Jr., currently at the New York University College of Medicine, has been appointed Professor of Microbiology at Harvard starting July 1, 1958.
• Professor E. S. Barghoorn is on sabbatical leave during the fall term of 1957-58 to visit laboratories in Holland, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and England to become acquainted with recent developments and techniques in the petrographic study of coal and its plant constituents.

Chemistry:

• Plans are underway to build an addition to the Chemical Laboratories to alleviate overcrowded conditions. The facilities have not seen major additions in thirty years, and the number of graduate students and research personnel has more than doubled.
• A program of biochemistry was initiated about five years ago, and research groups in this area have been inadequately accommodated. The new laboratory building will provide space for the research groups of three professors and for both undergraduate and graduate instruction in biochemistry. Construction is scheduled for completion by January 1, 1958, contingent on the availability of necessary funds, which are still incomplete.
• The number of undergraduates concentrating in chemistry has shown a small but steady increase over the past few years. Last year, 122 Harvard and 6 Radcliffe students were concentrating in chemistry, and 65 of last year's freshmen began chemistry concentration this fall. The quality of these students is high; among the 34 seniors who graduated last June, there were 3 summas, 3 magnas, and 4 cum laudes. This year, 41 new graduate students entered the department, bringing the total to 130. During the past year, 24 Harvard and 2 Radcliffe students earned their Ph.D. degrees in the department.
• Professor Bartlett was a guest lecturer at the University of Munich and gave the opening address at a conference of the Chemical Society in London. He also presented one of the main lectures at the XVIth International Congress of Pure and Applied Chemistry in Paris. Professor Barghoorn has been selected as the recipient of the 1958 Fisher Award in Analytical Chemistry administered by the American Chemical Society. Professor Woodward gave the Ciba Foundation lecture in London and was the first recipient of the Award for Creative Work in Synthetic Organic Chemistry. Professor Westheimer is the incumbent of the departmental Research Professorship this year, and Professor Kenneth B. Wiberg (University of Washington) is serving as Visiting Professor.

Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts:

• There is a growing interest in visual arts, particularly at the Fogg Art Museum. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred St. Vrain Carpenter of Medford, Oregon, have donated $1.5 million to provide a Center for the Visual Arts. The new Visual Arts Center will make the practice of visual arts—drawing, painting, sculpture, shopwork, scenic design—a lively activity for Harvard undergraduates. The next step is to decide where the building should be located. The Fogg's purchase funds have been increased by a gift from Professor Reginald A. Daly and his wife, Louise Haskell Daly. This gift is welcome, as the Fogg has often had to pass up objects that would have greatly improved teaching due to lack of funds.

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Summary:
The newsletter highlights appointments, awards, and developments in various departments at Harvard University. In Biology, new appointments and sabbaticals are noted, along with an award for Professor George Wald. In Chemistry, there are plans for a new laboratory building to address overcrowding and the growing interest in biochemistry. The department has seen an increase in undergraduate and graduate students, with notable achievements among graduates. Professors have received prestigious awards and honors. In the Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts, a significant donation has been made to establish a Center for the Visual Arts, and additional funds have been provided to enhance the museum's collection.

The image is a page from the Harvard Foundation Newsletter, dated December 31, 1957. The newsletter contains news notes from various departments and graduate schools at Harvard University. The page is divided into sections, each focusing on a different department or area of interest.

The first section, titled "BIOLOGY," reports on several appointments and achievements within the Department of Biology. Dr. Avrtion Mitchison has been appointed Lecturer in Biology for the spring term, and Professor George Wald has been awarded an M.D. degree from the University of Berne. Dr. A. M. Pappenheimer has been appointed Professor of Microbiology at Harvard University College of Medicine, and Professor E. S. Barghoorn is on sabbatical leave to visit laboratories in Europe.

The second section, "CHEMISTRY," discusses plans for a new laboratory building to address overcrowding and provide space for biochemistry research and instruction. The department has seen an increase in the number of students concentrating in chemistry, and several faculty members have received awards and honors.

The third section, "FOGG ART MUSEUM AND FINE ARTS," highlights the growing interest in the visual arts and the establishment of a new Visual Arts Center at the Fogg Art Museum, funded by a generous donation from Mr. and Mrs. Alfred St. Vrain Carpenter. The newsletter also mentions a recent increase in funds for the Fogg Art Museum from Professor Reginald A. Daly and his wife.

Overall, the newsletter provides an overview of academic and research activities at Harvard University, showcasing the achievements and developments in various departments and areas of study.

Description of the Image:

The image shows a scanned page from the "Harvard Foundation Newsletter", dated December 31, 1957. The page is titled "LIBRARY AND LABORATORY NEWS NOTES FROM THE DEPARTMENTS AND GRADUATE SCHOOLS" and is numbered 5. The content is organized into three main sections: Biology, Chemistry, and Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts. Each section provides updates on academic appointments, research activities, and institutional developments within the respective departments.

Biology Section:

• Dr. Avrion Mitchison: Appointed as a Visiting Lecturer in Biology for the spring term of 1957–58. He will teach an advanced course in experimental embryology.
• Professor George Wald: Awarded the M.D. degree (honoris causa) by the University of Berne, Switzerland, in June 1957.
• Dr. A. M. Pappenheimer Jr.: Appointed as Professor of Microbiology at the New York University College of Medicine, effective July 1, 1958.
• Professor E. S. Bargmann: On sabbatical leave during the fall term of 1957–58, visiting laboratories in Holland, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and England to study recent developments in coal and its plant constituents.

Chemistry Section:

• New Laboratory Addition: Plans are underway to construct a new laboratory building to address overcrowded conditions in the Chemical Laboratories. The new facility will be situated between the southern ends of the Mallinckrodt and Converse Laboratories and will provide space for biochemistry research groups of three professors and both undergraduate and graduate students. Construction is scheduled to begin in the spring of 1958, contingent on the availability of necessary funds (approximately $2.2 million).
• Student Enrollment: Despite a shortage of scientists, there has been a small but encouraging increase in the number of undergraduates concentrating in chemistry. Last year, 122 Harvard and 6 Radcliffe students were concentrating in chemistry, and 65 of last year's 34 seniors graduated with chemistry concentrations. Among the freshmen who began chemistry last June, there were 3 summas, 3 magmas, and 4 cum laude.
• Graduate Students: This year, 41 new graduate students entered the department, bringing the total to 130. During the past year, 24 Harvard and 2 Radcliffe students earned their Ph.D. degrees in the department.
• Professor Bartlett: While on sabbatical leave last spring term, he was a guest lecturer at the University of Munich and gave the opening address at the XIV International Congress of the Chemical Society in London during July. He also presented the main lectures at a conference of the Pure and Applied Chemistry in Paris.
• Professor Linagne: Selected as the recipient of the 1958 Fisher Award in Analytical Chemistry by the American Chemical Society.
• Professor Woodward: Delivered the Ciba Foundation lecture in London and received the Award for Creative Work in Synthetic Organic Chemistry at the April meeting of the American Chemical Society.
• Professor Westheimer: Appointed as the incumbent of the departmental Research Professorship this year.
• Professor Kenneth B. Wiberg: Serving as Visiting Professor from the University of Washington.

Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts Section:

• Increased Interest in Visual Arts: There is growing interest in the visual arts, as reflected by the Fogg Art Museum's activities.
• Carpenter Gift: Mr. and Mrs. Alfred St. Vrain Carpenter of Medford have provided a million and a half dollars to Harvard to establish a Center for Visual Arts.
• New Visual Arts Center: The new Visual Arts Center will serve as a lively activity center for Harvard undergraduates, focusing on drawing, painting, sculpture, shopwork, scenic design, and other visual arts practices. The next step is to decide where the building should be located.
• Increased Purchase Funds: The Fogg's purchase funds have recently been materially increased by a bequest from Professor Reginald A. Daly and his wife, Louise Haskell Daly. This gift is particularly welcome, as the Fogg has often had to pass up objects that would have greatly improved teaching due to a lack of funds.

General Observations:

• The newsletter reflects a period of growth and development at Harvard University in the late 1950s, with significant advancements in both scientific research and the arts.
• The document highlights key appointments, research initiatives, and institutional improvements, emphasizing the university's commitment to academic excellence and resource expansion.
• The tone is formal and informative, typical of institutional newsletters from that era.

The page ends with the word "OVER", indicating that the content continues on the next page.

The image depicts a page from the Harvard Foundation Newsletter, dated December 31, 1957. The page is divided into three sections, each featuring a different topic: Biology, Chemistry, and Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts.

Biology

• The section is headed by "BIOLOGY" in bold, black text.
• It includes a list of news items related to the biology department, including:
  • Dr. Ayrion Mitchison's appointment as Visiting Lecturer in Biology for the spring term 1957-58.
  • Professor George Wald's award of the M.D. degree (hon Causa) at the University of Berne, Switzerland, in June 1957.
  • Dr. A.M. Pappenheimer, Jr.'s appointment as Professor of Microbiology at the New York University College of Medicine, effective July 1, 1958.
  • Professor E.S. Barghoorn's sabbatical leave during the fall term of 1957-58, during which he will visit several laboratories in Holland, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and England to become acquainted with recent developments and techniques in the petrographic study of coal and its plant constituents.

Chemistry

• The section is headed by "CHEMISTRY" in bold, black text.
• It includes a list of news items related to the chemistry department, including:
  • An addition to the Chemical Laboratories is being planned to relieve overcrowded conditions, which now exist.
  • There have been no major additions to the facilities since the Mallinckrodt and Converse Laboratories were built thirty years ago, and during this time the number of graduate students and other research personnel has more than doubled.
  • In addition, about five years ago the Department initiated a program of biochemistry and the research groups in this area (under Professors Bloch, Westheimer, and Hager) have been squeezed into inadequate, makeshift space.
  • The new laboratory building will be situated between the southern ends of the Mallinckrodt and Converse Laboratories, and will provide space for the research groups of three professors, and for both undergraduate and graduate instruction in biochemistry.
  • Working plans for the new laboratory are scheduled for completion by January 1, 1958, and it is hoped that construction can begin late in the spring.
  • This will be contingent on the availability of the necessary funds of about 2.2 million dollars, which is still incomplete.
  • In view of the present serious shortage of scientists it is encouraging that the number of undergraduates concentrating in chemistry has shown a small but steady increase during the past few years.
  • Last year 122 Harvard and 6 Radcliffe students were concentrating in chemistry, and 65 of last year's freshmen began chemistry concentration this fall.
  • The quality of these students is high; among the 34 seniors who graduated last June there were 3 summas, 3 magnas, and 4 cum laude.
  • This year 41 new graduate students entered the department, bringing the total to 130.
  • During the past year 24 Harvard and 2 Radcliffe students earned their Ph.D. degrees in the department.
  • While on sabbatical leave last spring term, Professor Bartlett was a guest lecturer at the University of Munich.
  • During July, he also gave the opening address at a conference of the Chemical Society in London and presented one of the main lectures at the XVIth International Congress of Pure and Applied Chemistry in Paris.
  • Professor Lingane has been selected as the recipient of the 1958 Fisher Award in Analytical Chemistry administered by the American Chemical Society.
  • Professor Woodward gave the Ciba Foundation lecture in London, and at the April meeting of the American Chemical Society he was the first recipient of the Award for Creative Work in Synthetic Organic Chemistry.
  • Professor Westheimer is the incumbent of the departmental Research Professorship this year, and Professor Kenneth B. Wiberg (University of Washington) is serving as Visiting Professor.

Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts

• The section is headed by "FOGG ART MUSEUM AND FINE ARTS" in bold, black text.
• It includes a list of news items related to the Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts, including:
  • The greater interest being taken in the visual arts is becoming more and more happily apparent to the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Mr. and Mrs. Alfred St. Vrain Carpenter of Medford, Oregon, (Mr. Carpenter is Harvard 1905) have just given Harvard a million and a half dollars to provide a Center for the Visual Arts.
  • The new Visual Arts Center will make practice of the visual arts - drawing, painting, sculpture, shopwork, scenic design - a lively activity for Harvard undergraduates.
  • The next step is to decide where the building should be located.
  • The Fogg's purchase funds have recently been materially increased by a bequest from Professor Reginald A. Daly and his wife, Louise Haskell Daly.
  • This gift is enormously welcome, for too often recently the Fogg has had to pass up objects that would have greatly improved teaching because of lack of funds.

In summary, the page from the Harvard Foundation Newsletter dated December 31, 1957, features three sections: Biology, Chemistry, and Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts. Each section includes a list of news items related to the respective department or museum, highlighting various achievements, appointments, and developments within the university.

This image is a page from the Harvard Foundation Newsletter, dated December 31, 1957. The page features a list of news notes from various departments and graduate schools at Harvard University.

Departments and Graduate Schools

The page includes updates from the following departments and graduate schools:

• Biology: Appointments, awards, and sabbatical leaves
• Chemistry: New laboratory building, research groups, and funding
• Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts: New visual arts center, funding, and exhibitions

Content

The page provides information on faculty appointments, research initiatives, and funding opportunities across different departments and graduate schools at Harvard University. It also highlights the establishment of a new visual arts center and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts department.

Overall

This image provides a snapshot of the academic and research activities at Harvard University in 1957, highlighting the university's commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation in various fields.

The image displays a page from the Harvard Foundation Newsletter, dated December 31, 1957. The page is titled "Library and Laboratory Notes from the Departments and Graduate Schools" and features three sections: Biology, Chemistry, and Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts.

• Title and Date
  • The title "HARVARD FOUNDATION NEWSLETTER, DECEMBER 31, 1957" is prominently displayed at the top of the page.
  • The page number "5" is located in the upper-right corner.
• Section 1: Biology
  • This section discusses various appointments and events related to the Biology department.
  • Dr. Avrion Mitchison has been appointed Visiting Lecturer in Biology for the spring term 1957-58.
  • Dr. A. M. Pappenheimer, Jr. has been appointed Professor of Microbiology at the New York University College of Medicine.
  • Professor E. S. Barghoorn is on sabbatical leave during the fall term of 1957-58.
• Section 2: Chemistry
  • This section highlights developments and achievements in the Chemistry department.
  • A new laboratory building is being planned to relieve overcrowded conditions.
  • The number of graduate students and research personnel has more than doubled in the past five years.
  • Professor Bartlett was a guest lecturer at the University of Munich.
  • Professor Lingane has been selected as the recipient of the 1958 Fisher Award in Analytical Chemistry.
  • Professor Woodward gave the Ciba Foundation lecture in London and received the Award for Creative Work in Synthetic Organic Chemistry.
• Section 3: Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts
  • This section discusses the growing interest in visual arts at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Mr. and Mrs. Alfred St. Vrain Carpenter of Medford, Oregon, have donated a million and a half dollars to establish a Center for the Visual Arts.
  • The new Visual Arts Center will provide resources for Harvard undergraduates, including drawing, painting, sculpture, shopwork, and scenic design.

The page provides an overview of the latest news and developments in the Biology, Chemistry, and Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts departments at Harvard University, highlighting appointments, achievements, and new initiatives.

The image shows a page from the Harvard Foundation Newsletter, dated December 31, 1957. The page is titled "LIBRARY AND LABORATORY NEWS NOTES FROM THE DEPARTMENTS AND GRADUATE SCHOOLS" and features a red "HARVARD FOUNDATION NEWSLETTER, DECEMBER 31, 1957" header at the top.

Content:

The page contains three sections:

• BIOLOGY: This section discusses various biology-related updates, including:
  • Dr. Avrion Mitchison's appointment as Visiting Lecturer in Biology for the spring term 1957-58.
  • Professor George Wald's award of an M.D. degree from the University of Berne, Switzerland.
  • Dr. A.M. Pappenheimer's appointment as Professor of Biology at Harvard.
  • Professor E.S. Barghoorn's sabbatical leave during the fall term of 1957-58.
• CHEMISTRY: This section covers chemistry-related updates, including:
  • Plans for a new laboratory building to alleviate overcrowding in the Chemical Laboratories.
  • The selection of Professor Lingane as the recipient of the 1958 Fisher Award in Analytical Chemistry.
  • Professor Woodward's Ciba Foundation lecture in London.
  • Professor Westheimer's incumbency of the departmental Research Professorship.
• FOGG ART MUSEUM AND FINE ARTS: This section discusses updates related to the Fogg Art Museum and fine arts, including:
  • The establishment of a Center for the Visual Arts with a million and a half dollars provided by Mr. and Mrs. Alfred St. Vrain Carpenter.
  • The Fogg's purchase funds being increased by a bequest from Professor Reginald A. Daly and his wife, Louise Haskell Daly.

Visual Description:

The page has a light beige background with black text, and the title and section headings are in bold font. The text is divided into three columns, with a red vertical line separating them. The page number "5" is located in the top-right corner. A red "OVER" notation is visible at the bottom of the page. The overall design suggests a formal academic newsletter or bulletin.

The image is a page from the "Harvard Foundation Newsletter" dated December 31, 1957. It contains news notes from various departments and graduate schools at Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

Library and Laboratory News Notes from the Departments and Graduate Schools:

Biology:

1. Dr. Avrion Mitchison from the University of Edinburgh has been appointed as a Visiting Lecturer in Biology for the spring term of 1957-58. He will teach an advanced course in experimental embryology.
2. Professor George Wald from New York University was awarded an M.D. degree (honoris causa) at the University of Berne, Switzerland, in June 1957.
3. Dr. A. M. Pappenheimer, Jr., currently at the New York University College of Medicine, will become a Professor of Biology at Harvard starting July 1, 1958.
4. Professor E. S. Barghoorn is on sabbatical leave during the fall term of 1957-58. He will visit laboratories in several European countries to study recent developments in petrographic research.

Chemistry:

1. Plans are underway to expand the Chemical Laboratories to alleviate overcrowded conditions. The new building will be situated between the Mallinckrodt and Converse Laboratories and is expected to be completed by January 1, 1958. The project's funding is still incomplete.
2. Despite a shortage of scientists, the number of undergraduates concentrating in chemistry has steadily increased. Last year, 122 Harvard and 6 Radcliffe students were concentrating in chemistry, with 65 freshmen beginning this fall.
3. Professor Bartlett was a guest lecturer at the University of Munich and presented lectures at conferences in London and Paris.
4. Professor Lippincott received the 1958 Fisher Award in Analytical Chemistry.
5. Professor Woodward gave the Gibbs Foundation Lecture in London and received an award from the American Chemical Society.
6. Professor Westheimer is the Research Professorship incumbent, and Professor Kenneth B. Wiberg from the University of Washington is serving as a Visiting Professor.

Fogg Art Museum and Fine Arts:

1. Interest in the visual arts is growing, with more students engaging with the Fogg Art Museum.
2. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred St. Vrain Carpenter donated $1.5 million to establish a Center for the Visual Arts at Harvard.
3. The new Visual Arts Center will focus on various visual arts activities for undergraduates.
4. The Fogg’s purchase funds have been increased by a bequest from Professor Reginald A. Daly and his wife, Louise Haskell Daly, which will help in acquiring objects for teaching purposes.