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Notes, 1926-1960, undated

 Series

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection documents the professional life, work, and scientific interests of Pasquale Sconzo, Italian mathematician and astronomer. Materials include notebooks and class notes from Sconzo's years as a graduate student and astronomy professor in Italy, Argentina, and the United States; work papers and subject files; correspondence; reports and other materials from his tenure at IBM; manuscripts and published writings by Sconzo; clippings; and research materials. Among his research interests were orbital mechanics and the three-body problem, the application of computers to terrestrial and interplanetary navigation, as well as a fascination with the history of astronomy, especially Italian astronomy, and Italian Renaissance culture.

Dates

  • Creation: 1926-1960, undated

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English, Italian, and Spanish

Access Note

Collection is open for research. Series II. Biographical is closed until 2045 due to the presence of personnel and security clearance files.

Full Extent

2.0 Linear Feet (5 containers)

Repository Details

Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository

Contact:
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861