The papers of Frederick C. Fuglister, dated 1943-1981 consist of correspondence and study related to Gulf Stream research including currents, temperature, behavior and bathythermograph data.

The papers of Columbus O'Donnell Iselin reflect his scientific interests and multifaceted involvement in the international oceanographic community through writing, lecturing and in an advisory capacity as Physical Oceanographer for the Institution. The bulk of the papers span the years from 1932-1965.