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David Mahler papers

 Unprocessed Material
Identifier: 2020-003

Content Description

These records are an archive of Dr. David Mahler; they include correspondence, unique awards from OHSU and partners, diplomas, and a retirement scrapbook and cover some of the 50 years of service Mahler gave to the OHSU School of Dentistry.

Acquisition Type

Gift

Provenance

Dr. David Mahler (Feb. 3, 1923-Aug.2, 2017) was instrumental in the development of the Material Sciences Department, and his career is a vital part of OSHU history. He was a dental biomaterials scientist who was internationally recognized as the preeminent expert in dental amalgam. In 1975, Mahler created the formula for a new silver amalgam filling that became the standard of dentistry until the end of the 20th century.

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Dates

  • Creation: 1940 - 1999

Creator

Extent

1.25 Linear Feet (1 records carton)