Willis A. Tacker papers

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSF 537

Staff Only

Content Description

Includes office working file folders alphabetized, publication files, Army files, PH-D dissertations, awards, and certificates related to the establishment of Biomedical Engineering at Purdue in the 1970s and subsequent development of Purdue BME. Also contains research data and photographs of people and of hearts.

Dates

1966 - 2000

Creator

Tacker, Willis A. (Person)

Language of Materials

Collection materials are in English.

Access Information

Collection is open for research. Some documents are restricted.

Copyright and Use Information

Some materials in this collection are in the public domain. Other material copyrights held by Purdue University. Consult with Purdue University Archives and Special Collections prior to reproduction of materials.

Biographical Information

Dr. Willis Tacker was a professor of physiology at Purdue University and performed research in biomedical engineering.

Extent

15.043 Cubic Feet (12 cubic foot boxes and seven manuscript boxes)

Additional Description

Acquisition Information

The papers were donated to Purdue University Archives and Special Collections by Willis A. Tacker on August 15, 2011.

Processing Information

Original order of materials was maintained as much as possible. Working and Army files are arranged in alphabetical order by subject. Metal staples and paperclips were removed, and photographs were placed in protective sleeves.