13 Facts About Harry Gunning

Harry Gunning finished his schooling in 1942, when he earned his PhD.

Harry Gunning did research for the National Research council at the time.

Harry Gunning was very passionate about building up the department to much higher standards.

Harry Gunning did much research in these areas and published over 175 research papers on these areas of chemistry.

Harry Gunning became president of the Chemical Institute of Canada in 1973 and remained there until 1974.

Harry Gunning was active in provincial, municipal, and federal commissions and boards, one of them being the Alberta Oil Sands Technology and Research Authority.

Harry Gunning became President of the University of Alberta in 1974.

Harry Gunning was a strong president, introducing many innovative policies in science and administration.

Harry Gunning supported and promoted the interaction between academics, industry, and government in Canada.

Harry Gunning was an important role-player in research and development of Alberta's vast oil and sand resources.

Harry Gunning received many awards in recognition of his vast achievements in the field of science and academia.

Harry Gunning received the Chemical Institute of Canada Medal in 1967 and the Province of Alberta Achievement Award in 1971 as well as 1979.

Harry Gunning achieved six honorary degrees in total, and in 1979, he was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada.