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Stéphane Javelle

French astronomer (1864-1917) · France · On the map · Scientists · Died at 52

Stéphane Javelle was a French astronomer. Since 1888 he worked assisting Henri Perrotin at the Nice Observatory, and observed 1431 objects published in the Index Catalogue. He initially worked as an accountant before his employer's friend, Louis Thollon recommended him to Perrotin.

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Lalande Prize1894

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He was awarded the Valz Prize in 1910 by the French Academy of Sciences.

Country
France
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1864 to 1917 · aged 52