John Diebel - The Bower Award

The Bower Award

Diebel was recognized for "his courage and insight, and leadership of a commercial venture founded on the premise of making astronomy accessible and affordable to the public. As an intellectual descendant of Benjamin Franklin, helping ordinary people experience the discipline, wonder and excitement of scientific inquiry. Mr. Diebel's efforts support science and technology literacy among the populace - the mission of The Franklin Institute."

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