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John Goodricke | |
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| Born | 17 September 1764 |
| Died | 20 April 1786 (aged 21) |
| Nationality | British |
| Known for | Studies of variable stars |
| Awards | Copley Medal (1783) |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Astronomy |
John Goodricke FRS (17 September 1764 – 20 April 1786) was an English amateur astronomer. He is best known for his observations of the variable star Algol (Beta Persei) in 1782.