Alfred Bosworth papers

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Identifier: 22-2-3998

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COLLECTION DESCRIPTION

Includes correspondence, publications, newspaper clippings concerning his work at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station, the Boston Floating Hospital for Infants and Children, the Kellogg and Postum Cereal Companies, and his development of Similac Infant Formula.

Dates

1899-1956.

Creator

Bosworth, Alfred Wilson. (Person)

Language of Materials

Collection material in English

BIOGRAPHICAL NOTE

Alfred Bosworth was an assistant and associate chemist at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station at Geneva between 1905-1916. While there he studied the chemical and biological processes involved in the ripening of cheese and conducted studies on the composition of several types of milk, including human milk. During this time Bosworth developed an interest in infant feeding which paved the way for the discovery of Similac Infant Formula.

Extent

2.4 cubic feet. (2.4 cubic feet.)

Additional Description

Abstract

Includes correspondence, publications,photographs, and newspaper clippings concerning his work at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station, the Boston Floating Hospital for Infants and Children, the Kellogg and Postum Cereal Companies, and his development of Similac Infant Formula.