Description: (Mathematician)
John Crank was a mathematical physicist renowned for his contributions to the numerical solution of partial differential equations. He studied at Manchester University under notable mentors and received various academic accolades. He worked on ballistics during WWII, then served as a mathematical physicist at Courtaulds Fundamental Research Laboratory. Later, he became the first Head of Department of Mathematics at Brunel College. His significant work on heat-conduction problems, particularly the Crank-Nicolson method, solidified his legacy in the field. He retired as a professor emeritus after a distinguished career.