Abstract
Abstract. John Alan Chalmers made major contributions to atmospheric electricity over
almost 40 years spent at Durham University, UK. He is particularly remembered
in the atmospheric science community for his accessible and insightful
textbook, Atmospheric Electricity, and his work on corona currents,
which are still regularly cited. He also supervised over 35 research
students. This article discusses his background, scientific contributions,
and significant legacy to modern atmospheric science within the context of a
long and productive career spent at one of England's principal northern
universities.
Subject
History and Philosophy of Science,General Earth and Planetary Sciences
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