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Descriptive Summary

Title:
Harry Hyde Laidlaw Papers, 1882-2000

Collection number:
D-081

Creator:
Laidlaw, Harry Hyde, 1907-

Extent:
9.40 linear feet

Repository:
University of California, Davis. General Library. Dept. of Special Collections.

100 North West Quad
Davis, California, 95616-5292

Abstract:
Harry Hyde Laidlaw, considered the "father of honey bee genetics," was a professor in the UC Davis Department of Entomology from 1947-1974. He was best known for developing artificial insemination technology for honey bees and his contributions enabled selective breeding of honey bees and the fundamental study of insect genetics. His papers contain correspondence, writings, research materials, course materials, and photographs.

Physical location:
Researchers should contact Special Collections to request collections, as many are stored offsite.

Language:
English.

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