About Govert Schilling
Born 1956. Govert Schilling is a Dutch translator, journalist, writer and astronomer.
Govert in 2015Govert Schilling (born 30 November 1956) is a Dutch popular science writer and amateur astronomer.
Career
Schilling was born in Meerkerk. In 1982, he became the program leader at the former Zeiss Planetarium, Amsterdam.
From 1987 to 1998 he was also a part-time appointee as a program leader at the Artis Planetarium in Amsterdam.
He has extensively written for the Sky & Telescope magazine and the journal Science.
Honours
The asteroid 10986 Govert is named after him.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Govert Schilling?
Dutch journalist
When was Govert Schilling born?
Govert Schilling was born on 30 November 1956 in Meerkerk.
What is Govert Schilling's occupation?
Govert Schilling is a translator, journalist, writer and astronomer.
What nationality is Govert Schilling?
Govert Schilling is Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Govert Schilling. https://biography.guide/govert-schilling/
MLA: "Govert Schilling." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/govert-schilling/.
Chicago: "Govert Schilling." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/govert-schilling/.
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