John anderson, founder of andersonian institute (now strathclyde university) died

January 13th , 1796

John Anderson (1726–1796) was a Scottish natural philosopher and professor at the University of Glasgow. He made significant contributions to the fields of natural philosophy and chemistry during the 18th century. His work focused on experimental philosophy and the study of chemistry, and he is recognized as an important figure in the development of science and education in Scotland.

Professorship

John Anderson held the Regius Chair of Natural Philosophy at the University of Glasgow. His teaching and experiments influenced many students and contributed to the growth of scientific knowledge in Scotland.

Lectures

Anderson was known for his engaging and dynamic lectures. He encouraged hands-on experimentation and was a proponent of practical, hands-on learning in the natural sciences.

Founding the Andersonian Institution

Anderson played a key role in establishing the Andersonian Institution in Glasgow (now part of the University of Strathclyde), which was intended to provide practical and vocational education to a wider audience. This institution later became an important center for technical and scientific education.

Influence

His teaching and his emphasis on practical science had a lasting influence on the development of science education in Scotland and beyond. His approach to education, which stressed practical application and experimentation, was pioneering for its time.

John Anderson’s work and his commitment to practical education helped lay the groundwork for the development of scientific and technical education in Scotland, and his contributions continue to be recognized in the history of science and education.

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