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Roger-Maurice Bonnet

1937 – 2026

French astronomer

Astronomer University teacher Astrophysicist
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Lived 1937 – 2026 (aged 88). Roger-Maurice Bonnet was a French astronomer, university teacher and astrophysicist.

Roger-Maurice Bonnet (; 23 December 1937 – 19 January 2026) was a French astrophysicist, space physicist, and scientific leader.

Life and career Born in Dourdan on 23 December 1937, Bonnet graduated from the University of Paris, completing his doctoral thesis in 1968. From 1969 to 1983, he founded and directed the , where he developed the ultraviolet imaging spectrometer for the NASA heliophysics satellite OSO-8, launched on 21 June 1975. and the creation of the Living Space Programme.

Bonnet died on 19 January 2026, at the age of 88.

Decoration Officer of the Legion of Honour (1990)

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Important facts

Born
23 December 1937, Dourdan
Birth century
20th century
Died
19 January 2026, Ceyrat
Occupation
Astronomer, university teacher, astrophysicist
Nationality
France
Education
Science Faculty of Paris
Positions held
Director of Research at CNRS
Employers
National Center for Scientific Research, European Space Agency, University of Liège
Awards
Officer of the Legion of Honour; Prix Jules Janssen; CNRS bronze medal; Allan D. Emil Memorial Award

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Roger-Maurice Bonnet?

French astronomer

When was Roger-Maurice Bonnet born?

Roger-Maurice Bonnet was born on 23 December 1937 in Dourdan.

When did Roger-Maurice Bonnet die?

Roger-Maurice Bonnet died on 19 January 2026 in Ceyrat.

What was Roger-Maurice Bonnet's occupation?

Roger-Maurice Bonnet was an astronomer, university teacher and astrophysicist.

What nationality was Roger-Maurice Bonnet?

Roger-Maurice Bonnet was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Roger-Maurice Bonnet

· Wikidata: Q3438615

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