Edward A. Irving Scientist

Edward A. "Ted" Irving, CM FRSC FRS (27 May 1927 – 25 February 2014) was a geologist and emeritus scientist with the Geological Survey of Canada. His studies of paleomagnetism provided the first physical evidence of the theory of continental drift. His efforts contributed to our understanding of how mountain ranges, climate, and life have changed over the past millions of years.

Personal facts

Birth dateJanuary 01, 1927
Birth place
England , Lancashire
Date of deathFebruary 25, 2014
Residence
British Columbia
Education
University of Cambridge

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