About Norman G. Thomas
Lived 1930 – 2020 (aged 90). Norman G. Thomas was an American astronomer.
+ Minor planets discovered: 55
He worked at Lowell Observatory using the blink comparator alongside Robert Burnham Jr., author of the famous three-volume Celestial Handbook.
He is credited by the Minor Planet Center with the discovery of 55 numbered minor planets during 1964–1989, and 4581 Asclepius, as well as the Amor asteroid 3352 McAuliffe.
The main-belt asteroid 2555 Thomas, discovered by Edward Bowell at Anderson Mesa Station in 1980, was named in his honor.
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Who was Norman G. Thomas?
American astronomer (1930–2020)
When was Norman G. Thomas born?
Norman G. Thomas was born on 1 May 1930 in Alamosa.
When did Norman G. Thomas die?
Norman G. Thomas died on 19 May 2020.
What was Norman G. Thomas's occupation?
Norman G. Thomas was an astronomer.
What nationality was Norman G. Thomas?
Norman G. Thomas was American.
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