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John Wainwright Evans

Solar astronomer · United States · On the map · Scientists · Lived 1909 to 1999 · aged 90

John Wainwright Evans was an American solar astronomer born in New York City. He spent much of his career studying the sun and working with optics both of which earned him awards. The Evans Solar Facility at Sacramento Peak was named after him. Evans died in a murder-suicide with his wife in 1999.

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David Richardson Medal1987
Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

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Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1909 to 1999 · aged 90