Herschel originated the use of the Julian day system in astronomy. He named seven moons of Saturn and four moons of Uranus – the seventh planet, discovered by his father Sir William Herschel. He made many contributions to the science of photography, and investigated colour blindness and the chemical power of ultraviolet rays. His Preliminary Discourse (1831), which advocated an inductive approach to scientific experiment and theory-building, was an important contribution to the philosophy of science.
Fatti chiave
- Born: March 7, 1792 in Slough, Buckinghamshire, England
- Morto: 1871
- Campo: Science
- Premi: 1836) Royal Medal (1836, 1840) Knight of the Royal Guelphic Order
Eredità e Impatto
The influence of John Herschel extends far beyond their own lifetime. They fundamentally shaped our understanding of the natural world, and their discoveries and theories remain foundational to this day.
Sebbene sia scomparso/a nel 1871, le sue idee continuano a essere studiate, discusse e sviluppate da studiosi e professionisti di tutto il mondo.
John Herschel resta una delle menti più celebrate emerse da England, testimonianza del ricco patrimonio intellettuale della regione.
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