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10 Famous Scientists and Their Contributions
From unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos to unearthing the origins of humanity, these famous scientists have not only expanded the boundaries of human knowledge but have also profoundly altered the way we live, work, and perceive the world around us. The relentless pursuit of knowledge by these visionary thinkers has propelled humanity forward in ways that were once unimaginable.
These exceptional individuals have made an extraordinary impact on fields including physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, and numerous others. Their contributions stand as a testament to the transformative power of human curiosity and the enduring impact of those who dared to ask questions, challenge the status quo, and change the world. Join us as we embark on a journey through the lives and legacies of the greatest scientists of all time.
1. Albert Einstein: The Whole Package
Albert Einstein (Credit: Mark Marturello)
Albert Einstein was not only
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Carl Sagan
American scientist and science communicator (1934–1996)
For other uses, see Carl Sagan (disambiguation).
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Sagan in 1980 | |
| Born | Carl Edward Sagan (1934-11-09)November 9, 1934 New York City, U.S. |
| Died | December 20, 1996(1996-12-20) (aged 62) Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
| Resting place | Lake View Cemetery |
| Education | University of Chicago (BA, BS, MS, PhD) |
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| Spouses | Lynn Margulis (m. 1957; div. 1965)Linda Salzman (m. 1968; div. 1981)Ann Druyan (m. 1981) |
| Children | 5, including Dorion, Nick, and Sasha |
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| Thesis | Physical studies of planets (1960) |
| Doctoral advisor | Gerard Kuiper |
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Carl Edward Sagan (; SAY-gən; November 9, 1934 – December 20, 199
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Edwin Hubble: The man who discovered the Cosmos
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Edwin Hubble changed the way we thought of the Universe forever. When scientists decided to name the Hubble Space Telescope after him, they could not have made a more appropriate choice.
Edwin Powell Hubble was born in Missouri in 1889, the son of an insurance executive, and the family moved to Chicago nine years later. He began his PhD in astronomy at Chicago University in 1914, the same year the First World War began. He finished early in 1917 and was invited by George Ellery Hale, founder of the Mount Wilson Observatory, in Pasadena, California, to join the personal there.
However, after sitting up all night to finish his thesis and taking the oral examination the next morning, Hubble enlisted in the infantry and telegraphed Hale: "Regret cannot accept your invitation. Am off to the war."
He served in France, returning to the United States in