Tom Van Flandern
Thomas Charles Van Flandern | |
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Thomas Van Flandern in 2007 | |
| Born | June 26, 1940 |
| Died | January 9, 2009 (aged 68) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Yale University, Xavier University |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Astronomy and fringe-science |
| Institutions | U.S. Naval Observatory, Meta Research |
Thomas Charles Van Flandern (June 26, 1940 – January 9, 2009) was an American astronomer and author who specialized in celestial mechanics. Van Flandern had a career as a professional scientist but was noted as an outspoken proponent of certain fringe views in astronomy, physics, and extraterrestrial life. He also published the non-mainstream Meta Research Bulletin.