James Gilbert Baker
American astronomer and academic
Born
November 11th, 1914
110 years ago
Died
2005
20 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributions to astronomy included work on stellar spectroscopy and advancements in astronomical optics. Held academic positions at multiple institutions, influencing the development of optical instrumentation for telescopes. Authored numerous research papers on optical phenomena and participated in key research projects that elevated the standards of astronomical observation.
Contributed to advancements in stellar spectroscopy
Developed optical instrumentation for telescopes
Published significant research on optical phenomena
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