Alexander Wilson Scientist

Alexander Wilson FRSE (1714 – 16 October 1786) was a Scottish surgeon, type-founder, astronomer, mathematician and meteorologist. He was the first scientist to record the use of kites in meteorological investigations.His son Patrick Wilson succeeded him as Regius Professor of Practical Astronomy at Glasgow University, in 1784.

Personal facts

Birth date	January 01, 1714
Birth place	Fife , St Andrews
Date of death	October 16, 1786
Place of death	Edinburgh
Education	University of St Andrews
Known for	Wilson effect Wilson Greek