Dr.
Rudolf Trumpy
(
–
)
1921
2009
Eidgenossische Technische Hochschule
;
Zurich, Switzerland
Geologist; Educator
Area
Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Specialty
Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Earth Sciences
Elected
1980
International Honorary Member
The main subject of his research was the geology of the Alps and neighboring mountain chains, particularly the relations between sedimentary evolution and tectonic structures. He has also done field work in Greenland and Morocco. His present interest focuses on the history of geology.
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