Christoph Scheiner
German astronomer and Jesuit scholar
Born
July 25th, 1573
451 years ago
Died
June 18th, 1650
374 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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A German astronomer and Jesuit, contributed extensively to the study of sunspots and telescopic observations. Developed the 'camera obscura' and improved astronomical instruments. Published the work 'Rosa Ursina sive Sol,' detailing sunspot observations and theories on planetary motion. Engaged in a notable correspondence with Galileo over the nature of sunspots, which highlighted differing scientific perspectives of the time.
Created detailed observations of sunspots
Published 'Rosa Ursina sive Sol'
Developed advancements in observational astronomy
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