Joseph L. Lyon papers

Collection

Identifier: ACCN 2212

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This is a collection of Joseph L. Lyon's research, an epidemiologist at the University of Utah. His work includes articles and research on the effects of nuclear weapons testing on human health, with a focus on the effects of radiation on cancer rates in southern Utah. This collection also includes a floppy disk containing the testimony of Dr. Lyon before congress on the effects of radiation on cancer rates.

Dates

1966-2007

Creator

Lyon, Joseph L., 1939- (Person)

Language of Materials

Collection materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this Collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Conditions Governing Use

The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library’s Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.

Extent

3 Linear Feet (7 Boxes)

Additional Description

Abstract

The Joseph L. Lyon papers (1966-2007) consists of the writings and research of Lyon, an epidemiologist at the University of Utah. His primary area of research was the development of cancer in populations affected by nuclear weapon fallout in areas surrounding the Nevada Test Site.

Arrangement

This collection was arranged according to the following series: I. Fallout Research; II. Cancer in Utah; III. Mormon-Related Articles; IV. Environmental Effects of Cancer; and V. Other Topics.