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honorary doctorate
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Alexander Wilson
1714-01-01 – 1786-10-16
Life & Legacy
Alexander Wilson (1714 – 16 October 1786) was a Scottish surgeon, type-founder, astronomer, mathematician and meteorologist. He was the first scientist to use kites in meteorological investigations. He was the first Regius Professor of Practical Astronomy at the University of Glasgow.
Occupation & Career
mathematician, astronomer, meteorologist, university teacher, surgeon, businessperson, calligrapher, physician
Education
University of St Andrews
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
honorary doctorate; Wilson effect
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
honorary doctorate
Employer
University of Glasgow
Organizations & Memberships
Glasgow Literary Society · Royal Society of Edinburgh
Notable Work
Wilson effect
Education & Institutions
University of St Andrews
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Family Child
Patrick Wilson
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q1386031 · wikidata
Notable Work
Wilson effect
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q1386031 · wikidata
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