Vice-Chancellor begins term as Institution of Engineering & Technology President...
Thursday 1 October 2009
University of Surrey Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive, Professor Christopher Snowden, today (01 October) launched his Presidency of the Institution of Engineering and Technology with an inaugural address to members at the IET’s Savoy Place headquarters.
Professor Snowden’s presentation explored the origins and evolution of electronic technologies, moving through to their role in seminal human achievements such as the moon landing, the advent of computing and the internet. He went on to highlight current research - including groundbreaking work on carbon nanotubes taking place at the University of Surrey – and its implications for humanity in relation to industry, health and the environment.
Professor Christopher Snowden said: “I am excited to begin my year as President of a distinguished body I am proud to have been associated with for more than three decades. The work of universities like Surrey has never been more at the forefront of research and innovation in the sector, and their engagement with the IET’s practitioners will be key to driving global solutions in engineering and technology.”
Professor Snowden holds a number of prestigious posts in the field of Engineering Technology. He was recently appointed to the UK’s Technology Strategy Board, and is also Vice-President of the Royal Academy of Engineering.
Editors' Notes
The address can be viewed online at: http://tv.theiet.org/technology/electronics/2080.cfm?origin=campaign-panel
The Institution of Engineering and Technology
The Institution of Engineering and Technology is one of the world’s leading professional societies for the engineering and technology community. The IET has more than 150,000 members in 127 countries and offices in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific. The IET provides a global knowledge network to facilitate the exchange of ideas and promote the positive role of science, engineering and technology in the world.
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