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.
Fatos principais
- Born: March 7, 1792 in Slough, Buckinghamshire, England
- Falecimento: 1871
- Área: Science
- Prêmios: 1836) Royal Medal (1836, 1840) Knight of the Royal Guelphic Order
Legado e Impacto
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.
Embora tenha falecido em 1871, suas ideias continuam a ser estudadas, debatidas e desenvolvidas por estudiosos e profissionais em todo o mundo.
John Herschel continua sendo uma das mentes mais celebradas vindas de England, prova do rico patrimônio intelectual da região.
Gênios notáveis de England
England produziu muitas mentes notáveis. Junto com John Herschel:
Ver todos os gênios de England →
Descubra mais mentes brilhantes em Science
Explorar Science GeniusesArtigos relacionados
Explorar mais
Leia o perfil completo de John Herschel
Ver o perfil de John Herschel →