Abstract The Franklin S. Harris Jr. papers (1920s-1997) contain the personal, teaching, and research files of this noted Utah-born scientist. The collection contains much of his research on diffraction and the subject of optics in general. Also present are materials relating to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the relationship between science and religion.

Abstract The William Williams Henderson papers (1877-1944) consist of the professional papers of William Henderson (1879-1944), a former department head of zoology and entomology at the Utah State Agricultural College. Included are course materials, articles by Henderson, correspondence, notes, a student thesis, and other papers.

Abstract The Max H. Parkin papers (1820-1995) center around Max Parkin (born 1930) and his teaching career at the Salt Lake City Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) Institute of Religion from 1968 to 1995. The collection contains materials on subjects such as the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, the Pearl of Great Price, the Bible, LDS Church history and doctrine, polygamy, LDS apostates, Christianity and other world religions, science, and modern-day events. These materials are...