Neil deGrasse Tyson Height, Weight, Religion, Net Worth, Age, Biography

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Neil deGrasse Tyson (Tyson, Neil degrasse)

Last Updated: 02 Oct, 2023 | Views: 308

Age: 66

Profession: Scientist

Other Profession(s): Philosopher, Teacher, Science writer, Television Editor, Astrophysicist

Famous For: Written “The Pluto Files”

Higher Education: Columbia University (MPhil, PhD)

Neil deGrasse Tyson Religion, Birthday, Age

Date of Birth
05 Oct, 1958 (66 Years 01 Month 9 Days)
Birth Country
United States
Birth State/Province
New York
Birth District
Manhattan
Birth Sign
Libra
Religion
Christianity
Nationalities
American

Neil deGrasse Tyson Early life, Education, Career, Awards, Achievements, Controversy, Unknown Facts

About (Profile/Biography):
Neil deGrasse Tysonwas born on born October 5, 1958. Since 1991, he has been a staff scientist at the Hayden Planetarium and a visiting researcher and lecturer at Princeton University.He took over the $210 million reconstruction project of the planetarium in 1996 and oversaw its completion in 2000.Neil deGrasse Tyson contribution towards the science and research is always a recommendation for the new generation. 
Neil deGrasse Career: 
Neil deGrasse Research and Academia:
• After completing his Ph.D., Tyson held positions at several prestigious institutions. 
Neil deGrasse Science Communication:
• One of Tyson's major contributions has been his dedication to public outreach and science communication. 
• Tyson has made numerous appearances on television shows, including hosting and narrating the educational series "NOVA scienceNOW" on PBS from 2006 to 2011.
Neil deGrasse Popular Media:
• Tyson's media presence expanded further with his hosting role in the 2014 revival of Carl Sagan's documentary series "Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey." 
• The show was widely acclaimed and helped bring scientific education to a broader audience. 
Neil deGrasse Writing and Books:
• The Pluto Files: The Rise and Fall of America's Favorite Planet
• Astrophysics for People in a Hurry
• Letters from an Astrophysicist
Neil deGrasse Awards:
• 2004: NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal 
• 2007: Klopsteg Memorial Award 
• 2015: Public Welfare Medal 

Neil deGrasse Tyson Weight, Height in inches, Eye Color

Height (Approx.)
In Centimeters 188 cm
In Meters 1.88 m
In Feet & Inches 6'2"
Weight (Approx.)
In Kilograms 84 kg
In Pounds 185 Ibs
Eye Color
Black
Hair Color
Black

Neil deGrasse Tyson Family, Wife

Father's Name
Cyril deGrasse Tyson
Mother's Name
Sunchita Feliciano Tyson
Spouse
Alice Young
Brother(s)
Stephen Tyson
Sister(s)
Lynn Tyson
Son(s)
Travis Tyson
Daughter(s)
Miranda Tyson

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