Background
Elliot, Harry was born on June 28, 1920 in Weary Hall, England. Son of Thomas and Hannah Elizabeth Elliot.
Elliot, Harry was born on June 28, 1920 in Weary Hall, England. Son of Thomas and Hannah Elizabeth Elliot.
Bachelor of Science, University Manchester, England, 1941. Master of Science, University Manchester, England, 1947. Doctor of Philosophy, University Manchester, England, 1951.
Lecturer in physics University Manchester, 1948—1953, Imperial College London, 1953—1957. Reader in physics University London, 1957—1960, professor in physics, 1960—1980, head computer center Imperial College, 1974—1980, emeritus professor, since 1980. Member Science Research Council, England, 1971—1977, chair astronomy space and radio board, England, 1974—1977.
Chair science advisory committee European Space Agency, 1980—1981. Member Council of Royal Society, 1978—1979, 1978—1979. Consultant British Aerospace Company.
Flight lieutenant Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, 1941-1946.
Fellow: World Academy Arts and Sciences, Royal Astronomical Society, Royal Society. Member: Royal College of Science (associate).
Married Betty Leyman, May 27, 1943. Children: Brian, Jean.