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De Morgan Lectures, notes
GB 0103 MS ADD 5 · 1847

Student's notes on lectures on Algebraic Geometry and the Calculus, given by Augustus De Morgan at University College London from 11 March to 13 May 1847.

Hepburn , John G , fl 1847 , mathematics student
GB 0096 AL353 · Fonds · 1853

3 letters from John Thomas Graves of 29 Grosvenor Place, Cheltenham to Augustus De Morgan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb and 4 Jun 1853. Relating to the works of Simon Stevin and other mathematical literature.

Autograph, with signature.

Graves , John Thomas , 1806-1870 , jurist and mathematician
Macdonald, Professor George
GB 0120 PP/MAC · 1938-1977

Papers of George Macdonald dealing predominantly with the later stages of his career, 1938-1977, although there is some material relating to his pre-war activities. They reflect his work as an international figure in the prevention and control of malaria, his involvement with numerous governmental and non-governmental bodies, his relationship with colleagues, his numerous tours on professional business, and his research and writing.

Macdonald , George , 1903-1967 , malariologist
GB 0096 AL479 · Fonds · 1861-1863

Letters and papers relating to Gottfried von Leibnitz's claim to primacy over Sir Isaac Newton in the discovery of calculus. Including correspondence between H Sloman, William Hepworth Dixon (editor of The Athenaeum), W Metcalfe, Augustus De Morgan and a Mr de Fanget, 1861-1863. Many items are autograph and bear signatures.

Morgan , Augustus , De , 1806-1871 , mathematician x De Morgan , Augustus Dixon , William Hepworth , 1821-1879 , writer Sloman , H , fl 1860-1863 , writer Metcalfe , W , fl 1861-1863 , correspondent Fanget , - , de , fl 1861-1863 , correspondent x de Fanget , -
GB 0096 AL258 · Fonds · 1806

2 letters to Owen Williams, 22-30 Nov 1806, relating to copper and timber production. Including 3 sheets of tables and calculations.

Williams , Owen , d 1832 , politician and industrialist