Special Collections Research Center

The University of Chicago Library is pleased to announce the recipients of Robert L. Platzman Memorial Fellowships for 2020. Awards are being made this year to sixteen scholars who will visit the Library and consult collections, primarily rare books, manuscripts, and archives in the Special Collections Research Center.
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Dr. Janet Davison Rowley (1925-2013) was the "matriarch of modern cancer genetics." Rowley's discovery of chromosomal translocations in leukemia patients led to breakthroughs in scientific understanding of cancer and the development of targeted therapies.
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Stay current on the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) news and information with these resources.
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Recent acquisitions with research potential for a range of disciplines are featured in this exhibition. Formats include children’s books, family letters, journals, fine book design, posters, research notes, clothing, board games, and printed ephemera. On view Jan. 6 to April 24.
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