Dr. Raymond A. Price | |
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Born | |
Died | October 16, 2024 | (aged 91)
Alma mater | University of Manitoba Princeton University |
Known for | Structural geology Radioactive waste disposal |
Awards | Penrose Medal Logan Medal R.J.W. Douglas Medal Major Edward D'Ewes Fitzgerald Coke Medal Leopold-von-Buch-Plakette |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Geology |
Institutions | Geological Survey of Canada Queen's University |
Raymond Alexander Price, OC FRSC (March 25, 1933 – October 16, 2024)[1] was a Canadian geologist. He has used his research on the structure and tectonics of North America’s lithosphere to produce extensive geological maps. He has also provided guidance for nuclear fuel waste disposal and reports on the human contribution to Global warming.
Price was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. He obtained his BSc in Geology from the University of Manitoba in 1955. He completed two more degrees in geology at Princeton University; an A.M. in 1957 and a PhD in 1958.[2]