Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Neil deGrasse Tyson



Born in October 5, 1958, Neil deGrasse Tyson continues his career as and astrophysicist
and science communicator to this day. He had grown up in Manhattan of New York City,
and attended Bronx High School of Science where he took up various leadership positions
and emphasized his interest in astronomy. Neil deGrasse Tyson continued to carry his fascination
in science throughout his college career, having attended good universities and majoring in Physics.

Neil deGrasse Tyson also made a remarkable impact on science career development, as he served in the Commission on the Future of the United States Aerospace Industry in 2001, followed by the "moon, mars, and beyond" commission in 2004. Such involvement in the science community resulted in Neil deGrasse Tyson being awarded the  NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal; very high civilian honor.

Neil deGrasse Tyson May also be recognized as an icon of NOVA ScienceNOW, having served as the host of this educational science program from 2006 to 2011. Being a science communicator, Neil deGrasse Tyson has also made various appearances on other media outlets such as radio and talk shows.


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