Helen Sawyer Hogg

Canadian astronomer and academic

Helen Sawyer Hogg - Canadian astronomer and academic
Born

August 1st, 1905
119 years ago

Died

January 28th, 1993
32 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Canada

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Contributed to the field of astronomy through extensive research and publications. Focused on the study of globular clusters and their role in the formation of galaxies. Authored several books and numerous scientific papers, enhancing the understanding of stellar populations. Played a key role in making astronomy accessible through public lectures and outreach programs.

Published notable research on globular clusters

Served as a professor at the University of Toronto

Authored the book 'The Stars and Their Spectra'

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