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Hanumant Shankar Sawant

1939 – 2025

Radio astronomer

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About Hanumant Shankar Sawant

Lived 1939 – 2025 (aged 86). Hanumant Shankar Sawant was a scientist, known for Brazilian Decimetric Array.

Hanumant Shankar Sawant (13 August 1939 – 27 December 2025) was a radio astronomer and one of the pioneers of the Brazilian solar radio astronomy. He was the key scientist behind the concept, design, and installation of the Brazilian Decimetric Array (BDA).

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Known for
Brazilian Decimetric Array
Education
Fergusson College

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Hanumant Shankar Sawant?

radio astronomer

When was Hanumant Shankar Sawant born?

Hanumant Shankar Sawant was born on 13 August 1939.

When did Hanumant Shankar Sawant die?

Hanumant Shankar Sawant died on 27 December 2025.

What was Hanumant Shankar Sawant's occupation?

Hanumant Shankar Sawant was a scientist.

What was Hanumant Shankar Sawant known for?

Hanumant Shankar Sawant was known for Brazilian Decimetric Array.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Hanumant Shankar Sawant

· Wikidata: Q66791991

· DBpedia: Hanumant Shankar Sawant

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