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| ⚫ | '''Ludwik Finkelstein''' (born on March 6, 1929) [[Order of the British Empire|OBE]] [[Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering|FREng]] was a British engineer and academician known for his significant contributions to the fields of [[Measurement Science and Technology|measurement science]], [[instrumentation]], and [[systems engineering]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=1923-09-11 |title=Ludwik Finkelstein – The Holocaust Explained: Designed for schools |url=https://www.theholocaustexplained.org/survival-and-legacy/life-after-the-holocaust/ludwik-finkelstein/ |access-date=2024-11-23 |language=en-GB}}</ref> A researcher and educator, Finkelstein's work bridged theoretical advancements and practical applications in engineering.<ref name=":1" /> |
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| birth_name = Ludwik Finkelstein |
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| birth_place = [[Lvov|Lvov]], [[Poland]] |
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* [[University of Oxford]] |
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* [[University of Cambridge]]}} |
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| education = [[University of Oxford]] ([[PhD]]), [[University of Cambridge]] ([[MEng]]) <br /> [[]] ([[BSc]]) |
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| doctoral_advisor = [[Sir David King]] |
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| thesis_title = The role of catalysts and algae in forming a sustainable solution for a global food and fuel crisis |
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| thesis_year = 2012 |
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* Aviva’s Women of the Future Award (2018)}} |
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[[Forbes 30 under 30]] (2016) |
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| ⚫ | '''Ludwik Finkelstein''' (born on March 6, 1929) [[Order of the British Empire|OBE]] [[Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering|FREng]] was a British engineer and academician known for his significant contributions to the fields of [[Measurement Science and Technology|measurement science]], [[instrumentation]], and [[systems engineering]].<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |date=1923-09-11 |title=Ludwik Finkelstein – The Holocaust Explained: Designed for schools |url=https://www.theholocaustexplained.org/survival-and-legacy/life-after-the-holocaust/ludwik-finkelstein/ |access-date=2024-11-23 |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite journal |last=Grattan |first=K. T. V. |last2=Sun |first2=T. |last3=Khan |first3=S. H. |date=2013-10-01 |title=Ludwik Finkelstein and measurement – A challenge for the future |url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0263224113001644 |journal=Measurement |volume=46 |issue=8 |pages=2990–2992 |doi=10.1016/j.measurement.2013.04.053 |issn=0263-2241}}</ref><ref name=":4">{{Cite web |title=The Times: Obituary |url=http://finkelstein.family/ludwik/obituary-the-times-2/ |access-date=2024-11-23 |website=Ludwik & Mirjam Finkelstein |language=en-US}}</ref> A researcher and educator, Finkelstein's work bridged theoretical advancements and practical applications in engineering.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" /> |
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==Early Life and Education== |
==Early Life and Education== |
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Ludwik Finkelstein was born on March 6, 1929, in [[Lviv|Lvov]], [[Poland]]. In 1941, during World War II, he and his family were deported to Ukraine by Soviet forces. After the war, the family relocated to the United Kingdom, where Finkelstein pursued his education and built a successful career.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Rocker |first=Simon |title='Remarkable' Prof Ludwik Finkelstein mourned |url=https://www.thejc.com/news/remarkable-prof-ludwik-finkelstein-mourned-heqlsx2j |access-date=2024-11-23 |website=www.thejc.com |language=en}}</ref> |
Ludwik Finkelstein was born on March 6, 1929, in [[Lviv|Lvov]], [[Poland]]. In 1941, during World War II, he and his family were deported to Ukraine by Soviet forces. After the war, the family relocated to the United Kingdom,<ref>{{Cite web |title=Ludwik Finkelstein |url=https://www.ajrrefugeevoices.org.uk/RefugeeVoices/ludwik-finkelstein |access-date=2024-11-23 |website=AJR Refugee Voices |language=en}}</ref> where Finkelstein pursued his education and built a successful career.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Rocker |first=Simon |title='Remarkable' Prof Ludwik Finkelstein mourned |url=https://www.thejc.com/news/remarkable-prof-ludwik-finkelstein-mourned-heqlsx2j |access-date=2024-11-23 |website=www.thejc.com |language=en}}</ref><ref name=":4" /><ref>{{Cite web |last=Philpot |first=Robert |title=Caught between Hitler and Stalin, one family’s miraculous tale of survival |url=https://www.timesofisrael.com/caught-between-hitler-and-stalin-one-familys-miraculous-tale-of-survival/ |website=[[Times of Israel]]}}</ref> |
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He completed his BSc Degree in [[Physics]] and [[Mathematics]] from [[University of London]] in 1951, After which he started working at Mining Research Establishment of the [[National Coal Board]] while studying [[electrical engineering]] and [[physics]] where he earned a [[Master of Science|MSc]] from [[University of London]] in 1959.<ref name=":1" /> He then earned his [[doctorate]] and became deeply involved in advancing systems engineering and instrumentation, with a long tenure at [[City, University of London]].<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Ludwik Finkelstein OBE FREng (1929-2011) – The Worshipful Company of Engineers |url=https://www.engineerscompany.org.uk/project/ludwik-finkelstein/ |access-date=2024-11-23 |language=en-GB}}</ref> |
He completed his BSc Degree in [[Physics]] and [[Mathematics]] from [[University of London]] in 1951, After which he started working at Mining Research Establishment of the [[National Coal Board]] while studying [[electrical engineering]] and [[physics]] where he earned a [[Master of Science|MSc]] from [[University of London]] in 1959.<ref name=":1" /> He then earned his [[doctorate]] and became deeply involved in advancing systems engineering and instrumentation, with a long tenure at [[City, University of London]].<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Ludwik Finkelstein OBE FREng (1929-2011) – The Worshipful Company of Engineers |url=https://www.engineerscompany.org.uk/project/ludwik-finkelstein/ |access-date=2024-11-23 |language=en-GB}}</ref> |
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Beyond academia, he held key advisory roles, including serving as the [[Adviser|chief regional adviser]] for Greater London for the Home Office’s scientific service for Home Defence. In this capacity, he contributed to national strategies on scientific and technological preparedness.<ref name=":0" /> He later on became the Pro - Vice Chancellor of [[City, University of London|Northampton College of Advance Technology]] from 1991 - 1994. <ref name=":1" /> |
Beyond academia, he held key advisory roles, including serving as the [[Adviser|chief regional adviser]] for Greater London for the Home Office’s scientific service for Home Defence. In this capacity, he contributed to national strategies on scientific and technological preparedness.<ref name=":0" /> He later on became the Pro - Vice Chancellor of [[City, University of London|Northampton College of Advance Technology]] from 1991 - 1994. <ref name=":1" /> |
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==Personal Life== |
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Ludwik Finkelstein married [[Mirjam Finkelstein]], the daughter of [[Alfred Wiener]], founder of The [[Wiener Holocaust Library]]. Together, they had three children: [[Anthony Finkelstein|Anthony]], [[Daniel Finkelstein|Daniel]], and [[Tamara Finkelstein|Tamara.]]<ref name=":3" /><ref name=":0" /> |
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==Awards and Recognitions== |
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He was awarded the [[Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Medal|Queen’s Silver Jubilee Medal]] in 1977 and appointed Officer of the [[Order of the British Empire]] (OBE) in 1990. He was a [[Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering]] and held Honorary Doctorates from [[City, University of London|City University, London]], and St. Petersburg Technical University.<ref name=":1" /> |
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| Born | Ludwik Finkelstein 6 March 1929 |
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| Education | University of Oxford (PhD), University of Cambridge (MEng) [[]] (BSc) |
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| Thesis | The role of catalysts and algae in forming a sustainable solution for a global food and fuel crisis (2012) |
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Ludwik Finkelstein (born on March 6, 1929) OBE FREng was a British engineer and academician known for his significant contributions to the fields of measurement science, instrumentation, and systems engineering.[1][2][3] A researcher and educator, Finkelstein's work bridged theoretical advancements and practical applications in engineering.[4][2]
Early Life and Education
Ludwik Finkelstein was born on March 6, 1929, in Lvov, Poland. In 1941, during World War II, he and his family were deported to Ukraine by Soviet forces. After the war, the family relocated to the United Kingdom,[5] where Finkelstein pursued his education and built a successful career.[6][3][7]
He completed his BSc Degree in Physics and Mathematics from University of London in 1951, After which he started working at Mining Research Establishment of the National Coal Board while studying electrical engineering and physics where he earned a MSc from University of London in 1959.[4] He then earned his doctorate and became deeply involved in advancing systems engineering and instrumentation, with a long tenure at City, University of London.[6][4]
Academic and Professional Career
Finkelstein served as a professor at University of London, and established himself as an expert in measurement science, control systems, and the application of cybernetics to engineering problems. His research emphasized practical solutions and technological innovation, and he became a pioneer in connecting theoretical concepts with industrial applications.[6]
Beyond academia, he held key advisory roles, including serving as the chief regional adviser for Greater London for the Home Office’s scientific service for Home Defence. In this capacity, he contributed to national strategies on scientific and technological preparedness.[6] He later on became the Pro - Vice Chancellor of Northampton College of Advance Technology from 1991 - 1994. [4]
Personal Life
Ludwik Finkelstein married Mirjam Finkelstein, the daughter of Alfred Wiener, founder of The Wiener Holocaust Library. Together, they had three children: Anthony, Daniel, and Tamara.[1][6]
Awards and Recognitions
He was awarded the Queen’s Silver Jubilee Medal in 1977 and appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1990. He was a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and held Honorary Doctorates from City University, London, and St. Petersburg Technical University.[4]
References
- ^ a b "Ludwik Finkelstein – The Holocaust Explained: Designed for schools". 1923-09-11. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ a b Grattan, K. T. V.; Sun, T.; Khan, S. H. (2013-10-01). "Ludwik Finkelstein and measurement – A challenge for the future". Measurement. 46 (8): 2990–2992. doi:10.1016/j.measurement.2013.04.053. ISSN 0263-2241.
- ^ a b "The Times: Obituary". Ludwik & Mirjam Finkelstein. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ a b c d e "Ludwik Finkelstein OBE FREng (1929-2011) – The Worshipful Company of Engineers". Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ "Ludwik Finkelstein". AJR Refugee Voices. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ a b c d e Rocker, Simon. "'Remarkable' Prof Ludwik Finkelstein mourned". www.thejc.com. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ Philpot, Robert. "Caught between Hitler and Stalin, one family's miraculous tale of survival". Times of Israel.