Trevor Evans (scientist) facts for kids

Trevor Evans, a scientist who studied diamonds.

Trevor Evans was a British scientist who loved studying diamonds. He was born on April 26, 1927, and passed away on October 10, 2010. His work helped us understand a lot more about these amazing gemstones.

Who Was Trevor Evans?

Trevor Evans grew up in Wales. After serving in the RAF (which is like the air force for the UK), he went to the University of Bristol. There, he studied physics, which is the science of how things work, like energy and matter.

His Work with Diamonds

Later, Trevor Evans moved to the University of Reading. He became a special researcher there, focusing on diamonds. He eventually became the head of the physics department at the university.

His research was supported by a company called De Beers. This company is very famous for its diamonds. Trevor Evans also worked as a consultant for them. This means he gave them expert advice about diamonds.

Important Recognitions

Trevor Evans was recognized for his important scientific work.

• In 1962, he became a fellow of the Institute of Physics. This is a special honor for physicists.
• In 1988, he was chosen as a fellow of the Royal Society. This is one of the oldest and most respected scientific groups in the world. Being a fellow means you are a top scientist!