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(Scottish Physicist and Glaciologist Known for His Research on Heat Conduction and Glaciers) James David Forbes, a Scottish physicist and glaciologist, was renowned for his research in heat conduction and seismology. He dedicated much of his career to Edinburgh, starting as a student at the University and eventually becoming a professor. In 1859, Forbes assumed the role of principal at the United College of St Andrews. His influential work in physics and glaciology left a profound mark on the scientific world, shaping both research and education in these fields.
