Edgar Derry Tillyer (December 7, 1881 – December 25, 1970) was an astronomer,

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and lens designer who was the director of research at the American Optical Company.

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established an award for distinction in the field of vision which is named in his honor, as he was the first award winner in 1954. Born in Dover, New Jersey, Tillyer attended Dover High School, earned his undergraduate degree from Rutgers University and a Master's from George Washington University."Tillyer, '02, A Leader in his Field"
p. 220. ''Rutgers Alumni Monthly'', May 1922. Accessed March 21, 2022. "Mr. Tillyer was born in Dover, N. J., on December 7, 1881. He graduated from the Dover High School and after receiving his B.Sc. degree from Rutgers entered George Washington University, where he was awarded his M.Sc in 1903."

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1881 births 1970 deaths American astronomers George Washington University alumni Optical engineers People from Dover, New Jersey Rutgers University alumni Scientists from New Jersey {{optics-stub

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