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, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for January 12, 2026 |
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| Sun | 21 Capricorn 24 | 22 Capricorn 30 | 16 Taurus 0 |
| Moon | 20 Gemini 56 | 14 Scorpio 50 | 12 Virgo 45 |
| Mercury | 16 Capricorn 5 | 16 Capricorn 56 | 12 Taurus 52 |
| Venus | 2 Aquarius 42 | 23 Capricorn 56 | 23 Gemini 34 |
| Mars | 16 Sagittarius 18 | 21 Capricorn 42 | 10 Pisces 43 |
| Jupiter | 11 Scorpio 0 | 19 Cancer 48 | 8 Scorpio 34 |
| Saturn | 0 Taurus 23 | 26 Pisces 51 | 11 Taurus 6 |
| Uranus | 25 Capricorn 3 | 27 Taurus 41 | 29 Capricorn 19 |
| Neptune | 20 Cancer 8 | 29 Pisces 41 | 19 Cancer 9 |
| Pluto | 26 Gemini 27 | 3 Aquarius 5 | 26 Gemini 28 |
| Rahu | 15 Taurus 49 | 11 Pisces 32 | 9 Taurus 43 |
| Ketu | 15 Scorpio 49 | 11 Virgo 32 | 9 Scorpio 43 |
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