Alexander Calandra (1911-2006) was a notable scientist, educator, and author, recognized for his short story, 'Angels on a Pin (101 Ways to Use a Barometer).' He was born in Brooklyn, New York, obtained degrees in chemistry and shifted to physics, teaching at institutions such as Columbia University and Washington University in St. Louis. An advocate of innovative teaching methods, his work influenced science education significantly. His story promotes open-mindedness in teaching and has been widely discussed and published. Calandra also received awards for his contributions to teaching physics.
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Meaning of the name - Alexander
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Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York
Educated At: Brooklyn College | New York University
Occupation: writer
Spouses: Martha Olmsted Calandra
Children: 3 daughters
Employers: Washington University in St. Louis
Awards Received: Robert A. Millikan Medal
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 12, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for January 12, 2024 |
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| Sun | 21 Capricorn 24 | 21 Capricorn 58 | 14 Taurus 4 |
| Moon | 20 Gemini 56 | 8 Aquarius 27 | 16 Leo 11 |
| Mercury | 16 Capricorn 5 | 28 Sagittarius 31 | 14 Taurus 7 |
| Venus | 2 Aquarius 42 | 16 Sagittarius 55 | 21 Gemini 14 |
| Mars | 16 Sagittarius 18 | 6 Capricorn 2 | 9 Pisces 13 |
| Jupiter | 11 Scorpio 0 | 5 Taurus 49 | 8 Scorpio 49 |
| Saturn | 0 Taurus 23 | 4 Pisces 19 | 10 Taurus 51 |
| Uranus | 25 Capricorn 3 | 19 Taurus 12 | 29 Capricorn 20 |
| Neptune | 20 Cancer 8 | 25 Pisces 17 | 19 Cancer 7 |
| Pluto | 26 Gemini 27 | 29 Capricorn 43 | 26 Gemini 26 |
| Rahu | 15 Taurus 49 | 20 Aries 15 | 9 Taurus 50 |
| Ketu | 15 Scorpio 49 | 20 Libra 15 | 9 Scorpio 50 |
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