George Shor, 86, early researcher of plate tectonicsG. Shor, pioneering geophysicist

The Boston Globe | July 13, 2009| | Copyright

LOS ANGELES - George G. Shor Jr., the geophysicist whose studies of the ocean floor helped lay the foundation for the theory of tectonic plates and continental drift, died July 3 at his home in San Diego of complications following a series of strokes. He was 86.

He helped develop the nation's fleet of ocean-going research vessels, was a principal in the abortive Project Mohole to drill deep into the Earth, and played a key role in creation of the California Sea Grant program, which funds marine and coastal research.

"He mentored students ashore and at sea, but his strength was teaching people ...

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