Yash Pal | |
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 Prof. Yash Pal at the inauguration of the IUCAA Girawali Observatory in 2006 | |
| Born | Yash Pal 26 November 1926 |
| Died | 24 July 2017 (aged 90) Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Citizenship | Indian |
| Alma mater | |
| Known for | Space science, Education, Television anchor, Public Outreach |
| Awards | Padma Vibhushan (2013) Padma Bhushan (1976) Marconi Prize (1980) Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award Kalinga Award (2009) |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Physics, Astrophysics |
| Institutions | TIFR, Mumbai, Space Applications Centre, Ahmedabad, University Grants Commission (India) |
| Doctoral advisor | Bruno Rossi |
Yash Pal (26 November 1926 – 24 July 2017) was an Indian scientist, educator and educationist. He was known for his contributions to the study of cosmic rays, as well as for being an institution-builder. In his later years, he became one of the leading science communicators of the country.
Starting his career at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), he later remained Chairman of the University Grants Commission from 1986 to 1991. In 2013, he was awarded India's second highest civilian honour, the Padma Vibhushan.