About Wendell A. Mordy
Lived 1920 – 2002 (aged 82). Wendell A. Mordy was an American atmospheric scientist and academic administrator.
Wendell A. Mordy (April 28, 1920 – July 14, 2002) was an American atmospheric physicist. He was the founding director of the Desert Research Institute in Reno, Nevada.
Early life Mordy was born on April 28, 1920, in Rock Island, Illinois.
Career
Mordy initially became well known as a leading authority on cloud-seeding techniques. In 1960, he became the founding director of the Desert Research Institute, a position in which he served until 1969.
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Who was Wendell A. Mordy?
atmospheric scientist (1920-2002)
When was Wendell A. Mordy born?
Wendell A. Mordy was born on 28 April 1920 in Rock Island.
When did Wendell A. Mordy die?
Wendell A. Mordy died on 14 July 2002.
What was Wendell A. Mordy's occupation?
Wendell A. Mordy was an atmospheric scientist and academic administrator.
What nationality was Wendell A. Mordy?
Wendell A. Mordy was American.
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