John Mason developed a school of the physics of clouds which enjoys a world-wide reputation for originality. His investigations were distinguished by great experimental skill and uncommon insight in their interpretation. He put forward evidence of a new, and probably the final, solution of the problem of the electrification of thunderclouds.
Sir John Mason CB FRS died on 6 January 2015.
Biographical Memoir
Subject groups
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Earth and Environmental Sciences
Atmospheric physics and meteorology
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Other
Science policy
Awards
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Royal Medal
in recognition of his distinguished research on cloud physics and, as Director-General of the Meteorological Office, his broadening and strengthening of research in meteorology in the UK.
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Rutherford Memorial Lecture
Given in Canada.
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Bakerian Medal and Lecture
On 'The physics of the thunderstorm'.
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Rumford Medal
In recognition of his distinguished contributions to meteorology, particularly the physics of clouds.
