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1951 Press Photo The Monster Machine

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Photo shows on top is Dr. Gail Adams, Physicist, puts final touches to University of California's new 16-ton synchrotron which he hopes will start experimental operations. The monster machine is housed in a new building run up against the side of the hill behind UC's S.F. Medical Center. The synchrotron occupies a large chamber whose concrete walls are three feet thick. Bottom photo, Dr. Adams in charge of project is interviewed.

Photo measures 7.25 x 9 inches.

Photo is dated 09-12-1951.



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