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George William Gray
British organic chemist (1926-2013) · United Kingdom · On the map · Scientists · Died at 86
George William Gray was a Professor of Organic Chemistry at the University of Hull who was instrumental in developing the long-lasting materials which made liquid crystal displays possible. He created and systematically developed liquid crystal materials science, and established a method of practical molecular design.
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2013Died12 May 20131995Kyoto Prize in Advanced TechnologyAward1987Leverhulme MedalAward1983Fellow of the Royal SocietyAward1926Born4 September 1926
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Gray was recipient of the 1995 Kyoto Prize in Advanced Technology.
Country
United Kingdom
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1926 to 2013 · aged 86
