John Herschel

John Herschel was a prominent 19th-century British astronomer, mathematician, and scientist, known for his contributions to our understanding of the heavens. He was the son of William Herschel, who famously discovered Uranus. John Herschel expanded on his father's work by cataloging stars and studying nebulae. He also invented the process of photography, improving the way images were captured, and made significant contributions to the field of science through his research and writings. His work laid important groundwork for modern astronomy and influenced future generations of scientists.