Edwin Smith (metallurgist) facts for kids
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Edwin 'Ted' Smith (born July 28, 1931 – died July 4, 2010) was an important scientist who studied metallurgy. Metallurgy is the science of working with metals, like how to make them stronger or combine them. Ted Smith had a long career, working both in companies and at universities.
His journey in metallurgy began when he was a student at Sheffield University. After his studies, he worked at big research labs. These included the Associated Electrical Industries (AEI) Research Laboratory and the Central Electricity Generating Board Research Laboratories.
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A Career in Metallurgy
What is Metallurgy?
Metallurgy is a fascinating field that looks at how metals behave. It explores how to make new metal alloys, which are mixtures of different metals. This science helps us create everything from strong airplane parts to tiny computer chips. Scientists like Ted Smith help us understand and improve the materials we use every day.
From Industry to Academia
In 1968, Ted Smith became a Professor of Metallurgy at the University of Manchester. This was a big step, moving from working in companies to teaching and doing research at a university. He helped combine his department with another one at the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST) in 1975. This made their metallurgy program even stronger.
Leading at the University
Ted Smith took on important leadership roles at the University of Manchester. From 1983 to 1985, he was the Dean of the Faculty of Science. This meant he was in charge of many science departments. After that, from 1985 to 1988, he became a Pro-Vice Chancellor. This is a very senior position, helping to lead the entire university.
A Special Honor
In 1996, Ted Smith was elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society. This is a huge honor for scientists in the United Kingdom. It means he was recognized as one of the very best and most influential scientists of his time.
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Edwin 'Ted' Smith, a leading metallurgist.
