Sub-series 3. Research Files, 1922-2009, undated

Arranged alphabetically by subject, this sub-series contains research files pertaining to Arnold O. Beckman himself. Most of the files in this sub-series regard Beckman's life and career. Also present in this sub-series are a handful of files documenting Beckman's early professional work, including consultant work he performed for several clients and some of his early attempts at invention. A noticeable number of files regarding subjects connected with Arnold O. Beckman, including, but not limited to, his family and the National Inventors Hall of Fame are also preserved here.

The contents of the Research Files consist mainly of clippings, correspondence, press releases, periodicals, and various printed materials. Photographic materials, scientific data, research notes, manuscripts, reprints, and oral history transcripts are found in these files as well.