Walter Orr Roberts' 7-page prospectus, dated May 25, 1961, for a new laboratory for NCAR. Roberts quotes Associate Director of NCAR Dr. Philip Thompson's extensive definition for a fitting laboratory concept, as well as Thompson's belief that the laboratory "should look like the best place in the... Show moreWalter Orr Roberts' 7-page prospectus, dated May 25, 1961, for a new laboratory for NCAR. Roberts quotes Associate Director of NCAR Dr. Philip Thompson's extensive definition for a fitting laboratory concept, as well as Thompson's belief that the laboratory "should look like the best place in the world to work." Includes information on the vision of NCAR, the background and history of NCAR, a description of the Table Mountain site and an outline of the necessary facilities, as well as a vision for the design of the building. Show less
