Marcia Neugebauer

Geophysicist and researcher

Marcia Neugebauer - Geophysicist and researcher
Born

September 27th, 1932
92 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in geophysics, contributed significantly to the understanding of the Earth's magnetic field and solar wind interactions. Played a key role in space science through involvement with NASA's Voyager and other space missions. Conducted extensive research on planetary magnetospheres and contributed papers in the field of space physics.

Contributed to NASA's Voyager missions

Published influential research on planetary magnetospheres

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