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Scott, Don
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Dr. Donald (Don) Scott was a professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo between 1964 and 1989. He served as chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering from 1964 to 1970, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Engineering from 1969 to 1970, and Associate Dean, Graduate Affairs in Engineering from 1980 to 1983. In addition, he served as a member of the Senate from 1971 to 1977 and the Board of Governors from 1975 to 1978.
During his tenure, Scott made a substantial contribution to the growth and development of the Chemical Engineering program at the University of Waterloo. In 1994, he was appointed Distinguished Professor Emeritus. Following his retirement, Scott continued as a research professor with a major research program in energy until 2004.
Dr. Scott’s research specialties included bioenergy, the design of chemical reactors, air pollution, and mixed gas-liquid flow.
He served as Vice-President and President of the Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering from 1971 to 1972 and was a Fellow of the Chemical Institute of Canada. He was also one of the first Canadians to be named a Fellow of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers in 1973.[1]
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Created by NM in 2024.
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[1] Chemical Engineering at The University of Waterloo PART I: Origins (1957-2002). Edited by R.R. Hudgins, P.L. Silveston, and G.S. Mueller. ; Daily Bulletin. April 17, 2015. University of Waterloo. ; Donald Scott - Obituary.