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The E-Sylum: Volume 21, Number 44, November 4, 2018, Article 36

SCIENTIST SOUGHT FOR BANK OF ENGLAND BANKNOTES

Arthur Shippee forwarded this BBC News article about a call to nominate a scientist to appear on a future Bank of England Banknote. Thanks. -Editor

Think Science JAmes Watt The new £50 note will feature a prominent British scientist, the Bank of England has announced, with the public being asked for nominations.

In addition to the Queen, the note will include the portrait of an eminent late scientist from fields such as biology, astronomy and medical research.

The public can offer suggestions on the Bank's website over the next six weeks.

The Bank's governor, Mark Carney, made the announcement at the Science Museum in London. "There is a wealth of individuals whose work has shaped how we think about the world and who continue to inspire people today," he said.

"Our banknotes are an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of UK society and highlight the contributions of its greatest citizens."

Nominations can include anyone who worked in any field of science including astronomy, biology, bio-technology, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, medical research, physics, technology or zoology, the Bank said.

To read the complete article, see:
New £50 note will feature a British scientist (https://www.bbc.com/news/business-46063097)



Wayne Homren, Editor

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