Carl Sagan
American astronomer, cosmologist, and science communicator best known for his work on the 'Cosmos' television series and his contributions to planetary science.
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πBiography
Carl Edward Sagan was an American astronomer, cosmologist, and astrophysicist. He was a professor of astronomy at Cornell University, wrote more than a dozen books, and worked on NASA robotic missions. He is best known for the 1980 television series 'Cosmos', one of the most-watched shows in public television history.
πMajor Works & Achievements
- β¦Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction (1978, 'The Dragons of Eden')
- β¦NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal
- β¦Created the Voyager Golden Record
π¬Famous Quotes
""Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known."
""Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence."
""Every one of us is, in the cosmic perspective, precious."
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