Description | Explains that collectively a lot of research has been devoted to alloys of iron, but that there has been no comprehensive research on a large scale. Explains that this research would take thousands of pounds, but that it has world-wide importance.
Explains that he has already raised £4450 towards research, but that it needs more, and asks the Royal Society to appoint the first member of a Committee to take charge of the research. Thinks that with the Royal Society's support they could raise £10,000. Notes that the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research have granted £5000 and will help defray the costs of the research. Notes that the research has been initiated at the National Physical Laboratory and has made some progress. Also notes that the Imperial Trust have agreed to receive and administer the funds. |