J. B. (Julius) van der Hoven

J. B. (Julius) van der Hoven was a renowned scientist in the field of atmospheric and environmental physics. He specialized in studying lightning, thunderstorms, and their effects on electrical infrastructure and the environment. His research helped improve understanding of how lightning interacts with the Earth's atmosphere and how to protect systems from lightning-related damage. Van der Hoven’s work contributed significantly to enhancing safety standards and developing better lightning detection and protection methods, making him an influential figure in both scientific research and practical applications related to weather phenomena.