About Jack Meadows
Lived 1934 – 2016 (aged 82). Jack Meadows was a British astronomer and historian of science.
Arthur Jack Meadows (24 January 1934 – 18 July 2016) was a British astronomer and information scientist. Known for founding the astronomy department of University of Leicester.
He had a wide-ranging career, including working at the British Museum and as a professor of library and information studies. Fulbright scholar, 1959-1961
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Who was Jack Meadows?
British astronomer (1934-2016)
When was Jack Meadows born?
Jack Meadows was born on 24 January 1934 in Sheffield.
When did Jack Meadows die?
Jack Meadows died on 18 July 2016.
What was Jack Meadows's occupation?
Jack Meadows was an astronomer and historian of science.
What nationality was Jack Meadows?
Jack Meadows was British.
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