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Dennis McCarthy

b. 1942

American scientist

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About Dennis McCarthy

Born 1942. Dennis McCarthy is an American astronomer and scientist.

Dennis D. McCarthy is a former director of time at the United States Naval Observatory. McCarthy also works for the International Earth Rotation and Reference Systems Service. In recognition of his work on Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite navigation, McCarthy was inducted into the Naval Oceanography Hall of Fame on 6 April 2023 at a ceremony hosted by the U.S. Naval Observatory.

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Important facts

Born
22 September 1942
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Astronomer, scientist
Nationality
United States
Employers
United States Naval Observatory, International Earth Rotation and Reference Systems Service
Also known as
Dennis D. McCarthy

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American scientist

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Dennis McCarthy was born on 22 September 1942.

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Dennis McCarthy is an astronomer and scientist.

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Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dennis McCarthy

· Wikidata: Q5258702

· DBpedia: Dennis McCarthy (scientist)

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