Marcel Golay
Swiss astronomer (1927-2015)
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Summary
Marcel Golay was born on September 6, 1927[1], in Geneva[2]. He died on April 9, 2015[3], in Geneva[4]. He worked as an astronomer[5] and university teacher[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (32 views/month, #7,298 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Switzerland[8]
- Employer: University of Geneva[9]
- Award received: Prix Jules Janssen[10]
- Member of: French Academy of Sciences[11], Royal Academy of Science, Letters and Fine Arts of Belgium[12], International Astronomical Union[13]
- Religion or worldview: reformed[14]
- Sex or gender: male[15]
- Commons category: Marcel Golay[16]
- Family name: Golay[17]
- Given name: Marcel[18]
- Municipal affiliation of a Swiss national: Geneva[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[20]
- P14528: 28017[21]
Why It Matters
Marcel Golay is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[22]
FAQs
Where was Marcel Golay born?
Marcel Golay was born in Geneva[2].
Where did Marcel Golay die?
Marcel Golay passed away in Geneva[4].
What did Marcel Golay do for work?
Marcel Golay worked as an astronomer[5] and university teacher[6].
What awards did Marcel Golay receive?
Honors received include Prix Jules Janssen[10].