John Herschel
Mathematician and Astronomer, Royal Astronomer
Born
March 7th, 1792
233 years ago
Died
1871
154 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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Contributions to astronomy included the cataloging of a vast number of stars and the discovery of several nebulae. Developed the process of photography alongside the earlier work of his father. Authored works on a wide range of topics, including optics and mathematics. Served as the Royal Astronomer and played a key role in promoting the scientific method through his writings.
Cataloged over 5000 stars
Discovered numerous nebulae
Contributed to the development of photography
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