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Tjeerd van Andel
Dutch geologist (1923-2010) · Netherlands · On the map · Scientists · Died at 87
Tjeerd Hendrik van Andel, also known as Jerry, was a Dutch geologist, oceanographer and geoarchaeologist. Over a long career he worked in both industry and academia, and his work was recognised with the award of a number of medals and distinguished fellowships.
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He led the first expedition and dive with the crewed submersible Alvin that discovered life around deep hydrothermal vents in 1977.
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Country
Netherlands
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1923 to 2010 · aged 87
The same award as Tjeerd
Henry William MenardBoth received Francis P. Shepard MedalKenneth O. EmeryBoth received Francis P. Shepard Medal
Karl W. ButzerBoth received Rip Rapp Archaeological Geology AwardPhilip Henry KuenenBoth received Francis P. Shepard Medal
William R. DickinsonBoth received Rip Rapp Archaeological Geology AwardMaria Bianca CitaBoth received Francis P. Shepard Medal