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David Delpy
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David Thomas Delpy
11 August 1948 |
| Education | Heaton Grammar School |
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| Known for | CEO of EPSRC |
| Awards | Doctor of Science |
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| Institutions | University College London |
| Doctoral students | Elizabeth Hillman |
David Thomas Delpy, born on August 11, 1948, is a well-known British bioengineer. He is a professor of Medical Photonics at University College London. Photonics is a science that studies light and how it can be used in technology, especially in medicine.
His School Days and Learning
David Delpy went to Heaton Grammar School in Newcastle when he was younger. After that, he studied at Brunel University. He earned a top degree called a Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics. Later, he received a special higher degree, a Doctor of Science, from University College London. This degree was for his important work in Medical physics, which uses physics to help understand and treat diseases.
His Work and Discoveries
David Delpy was the Chief Executive of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). This is a big organization that helps fund new ideas and research in science and engineering across the UK.
As of 2014, he was also the chairman of the Defence Scientific Advisory Council. This group gives advice on science for defense. He was also part of a team helping with the EPSRC's quantum technologies program. This program looks into super-advanced technologies that use the tiny rules of physics.
Awards and Special Honours
David Delpy has received many important awards for his work.
- He was made a Commander of the British Empire (CBE) in 2014. This is a special award given by the King or Queen for great service to the country.
- In 1999, he was chosen as a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS). This means he is recognized as one of the top scientists in the UK.
- He was also elected a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering in 2002. This shows he is a leading engineer.
- In 2008, he received the Institute of Physics Rosalind Franklin Medal and Prize. This award celebrates scientists who have made a big impact in physics.
