Person

Carter, Alan Norval (1926 - 1989)

Born
1926
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Died
November 1989
Occupation
Geologist and Marine scientist

Summary

Alan Carter worked in the School of Applied Geology, University of New South Wales from 1960 to 1987. He was particularly interested in marine research.

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Born Melbourne, 1926. Died November 1989. Educated University of Melbourne (BSc, MSc, PhD). Geological Survey of Victoria (early in his career), Department of Applied Geology, University of New South Wales 1960-87. A Department of Oceanography was established within the School of Applied Geology as a result of his efforts. Foundation Member, Australian Marine Science Association.

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