Series I. Reports, 1943-1949
Scope and Content
The Papers of Joseph W. Corse contain materials regarding the biosynthesis of penicillin by scientists at Eli Lilly & Company, which was conducted under the auspices of the United States Committee on Medical Research. The materials in this collection were collected and maintained by Joseph W. Corse, an American chemist and Eli Lilly employee, who served on the team of scientists conducting the research. Some of the materials in this collection were classified as “Secret” by the United States Government during World War II.
The Papers of Joseph W. Corse are arranged into the following two series:
- Reports
- Glass Lantern Slides
Dates
- Creation: 1943-1949
Series Description
Arranged in chronological order by date, this series contains reports and miscellaneous materials regarding the research into the biosynthesis of penicillin, which were generated by Eli Lilly scientists (including Joseph W. Corse). Research reports constitute the bulk of the materials in this series. Article reprints and the United States patent for “Process and Culture Media for Producing New Penicillins” are also preserved here.
Repository Details
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