Yash Pal
Indian scientist
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Yash Pal was an Indian scientist, educator and educationist. He was known for his contributions to the study of cosmic rays, as well as for being an institution-builder. In his later years, he became one of the leading science communicators of the... Wikipedia
Born: November 26, 1926, Pakistan
Died: July 24, 2017 (age 90 years), Noida, India
Awards: Kalinga Prize, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and more
Parents: Ram Pyare Lal Bhutani and Lakshmi Devi
Fields: Physics, Astrophysics
Known for: Space science, Education, Television anchor, Public Outreach