David Edgerton

Professor David Edgerton is a prominent historian at King's College London, serving as Hans Rausing Professor of the History of Science and Technology and Professor of Modern British History. He is a Fellow of the British Academy and former Leverhulme Trust Major Research Fellow (2006-2009). His work spans the history of science, technology and war, with a particular focus on 20th-century Britain and global technological production.

• Research interests include: British warfare state, material histories of modernity, and technocratic influence
• Expert in historiographical critique and political economy analysis
• Active media commentator with regular appearances in The Guardian, New Statesman, and Prospect Magazine

Recent publications demonstrate his analytical approach to British economic policy, technological sovereignty and historical mythmaking. His work frequently examines the intersection of technological history with contemporary political and economic issues. As founding director of the Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine at Imperial College London (1993-2003), he continues to shape academic discourse through his leadership roles.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Fellow of the British Academy (FBA)
• Delivered the Wilkins-Bernal-Medawar Prize Lecture at the Royal Society (2009)
• Frequent academic and media citations of his work