Research Institute for the Study of Man (RISM) Vertical Files
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Abstract
The Research Institute for the Study of Man (RISM) was incorporated in 1955 to promote research on "human living throughout the world." This collection consists of publications and papers organized geographically and topically.
Historical Note
The Research Institute for the Study of Man (RISM) was established in 1955 as a non-profit organization "to initiate and promote basic scientific research for the development and dissemination of a body of knowledge that can contribute to a better understanding of human living throughout the world." Under Vera Rubin's direction, RISM conducted research and training programs, developed a Library for Caribbean Research, organized academic conferences, provided consultation to social scientists, and supported independent research programs with applied value in the creation of public educational, medical, and social science resources.
Arrangement
Materials are arranged alphabetically by geographic location and subject.
Scope and Contents Note
This collection is comprised mainly of RISM publications and papers organized geographically and topically.
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Conditions Governing Access
Repository permission is required for access. Please contact New York University Archives, (212) 998-2646, university-archives@nyu.edu.
Conditions Governing Use
Because of the assembled nature of this collection, copyright status varies across the collection. Copyrights held by original creators of individual items in the collection are expected to pass into the public domain 120 years after their creation. Permission to publish or reproduce materials must be secured from New York University Archives, (212) 998-2646, university-archives@nyu.edu.
Preferred Citation
Identification of item, date; Research Institute for the Study of Man (RISM) Vertical Files; RISM VF 1; box number; folder number; New York University Archives, New York University.
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Immediate Source of Acquisition
Transferred from the Reed Foundation.
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Processing Information
Materials were placed in new acid-free folders and boxes. Other information regarding processing before February 2019 has not been documented.
