Gano Dunn
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| Gano Dunn | |
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| Born | October 18, 1870 |
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| Died | April 10, 1953 (aged 82) |
| Alma mater | Columbia University |
| Notable awards | IEEE Edison Medal |
Gano Dunn (October 18, 1870[1] – April 10, 1953[2]) was President of Cooper Union, and an early President of the United States National Research Council[3].
Dunn received the first degree in Electrical engineering granted by Columbia University.
While at Columbia University, Dunn's life was changed by assisting Nikola Tesla.
- “Tesla solved the greatest problem in electrical engineering of his time. . . .
- My contact as [Tesla’s] assistant at the historic Columbia University high frequency lecture afterward, has left an indelible impression and an inspiration which has influenced my life.”[4]
[edit] References
- ^ Extended History: Chronology 1859-1876.
- ^ Gano Dunn, 1870 - 1953.
- ^ PEHI - Project for the Exposure of Hidden Institutions - Pilgrims Society membership list.
- ^ Kenneth L. Corum and James F. Corum, Ph.D.. Tesla’s Connection to Columbia University.
[edit] External links
- The Gano Dunn Award Cooper Union Alumni Association
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| Preceded by ? |
President of Cooper Union — |
Succeeded by Edwin S. Burdell |
