Identity area
Reference code
Title
Date(s)
- 1947 – 2022 (Creation)
Level of description
Extent and medium
2.13m of textual records (17 boxes), 2 photographs
Context area
Name of creator
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Series consists of records relating to Davis’ research and publishing activities. It is divided into two sub-series: academic writing, which includes both essays and academic articles published on mathematics and other topics; and research, covering mathematical equations, information regarding grants, drafts, correspondence, and other documents related to research generally. See sub-series descriptions for additional information on file content.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Open
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Finding aids
Uploaded finding aid
Allied materials area
Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related units of description
Notes area
Note
The archivist chose to arrange the material based on activity as opposed to content of the published work itself, meaning that topics spanning mathematics to sociobiology or ethical frameworks are all included within this series. This reflects the integrated manner in which Davis’ worked and the connections he drew between various interests. An exception, however, is Davis’ creative writing which is covered in Series 9: Creative Writing. Researchers are encouraged to further consult related topic-based series for additional information and context.