Joseph Jackson Lister

English physicist and optical pioneer

Joseph Jackson Lister - English physicist and optical pioneer
Born

January 11th, 1786
239 years ago

Died

1869
156 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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This English physicist contributed significantly to the field of optics in the 19th century. He developed the achromatic lens, which improved the quality of lenses and microscopy. This advancement played a crucial role in the development of modern microscopy. Various scientific journals and institutions recognized the importance of this work in refining optical instruments. He also published several papers detailing optical theory and lens design.

Developed the achromatic lens

Contributed to advancements in microscopy

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