Sigurður Þórarinsson
Sigurður Þórarinsson | |
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| Born | 8 January 1912 |
| Died | 8 February 1983 (aged 71) |
| Nationality | Iceland |
| Alma mater | University of Copenhagen, 1931–1932 Stockholm University, 1932-1944 |
| Known for | Pioneered the field of tephrochronology |
| Awards | Vega Medal (1970) |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Geology, Volcanology, Glaciology |
| Institutions | University of Iceland, 1950–1983 |
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Sigurdur Thorarinsson (Icelandic: Sigurður Þórarinsson) (8 January 1912 – 8 February 1983) was an Icelandic geologist, volcanologist, glaciologist, professor and lyricist. He is considered a pioneer in the field of tephrochronology, and he made significant contributions in many areas of geology, especially volcanology and glaciology, both in Iceland and abroad.