Richard Alfred Rossiter
Richard Alfred Rossiter (December 19, 1886 – January 26, 1977) was an American astronomer, known for the Rossiter–McLaughlin effect. Rossiter served as director of the Lamont–Hussey Observatory from 1928 until 1952.
Richard Alfred Rossiter | |
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| Born | December 19, 1886 Oswego, New York, U.S. |
| Died | January 26, 1977 (aged 90) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Wesleyan University University of Michigan |
| Known for | Rossiter–McLaughlin effect |
| Spouse | Jane van Dusen |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Astronomy |
| Institutions | Lamont–Hussey Observatory |
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