Background
MASSON, David Orme was born on January 13, 1858 in London. Son of late David Masson.
MASSON, David Orme was born on January 13, 1858 in London. Son of late David Masson.
Studied at Edinburgh Academy and University. Master of Arts; Doctor of Science (Edinburgh).
After graduation in Arts and Science, acted as assistant to Professor Ramsay in Chemistry, University College, Bristol, 1880. Held a Research Fellowship in Edinburgh University, 1882-1885. Professor of Chemistry, Melbourne University, since 1886.
Fellow of the Royal Society 1903. Club: Melbourne.