Julius Bartels

Julius Bartels was a prominent German geophysicist known for his significant contributions to geomagnetism, the study of Earth's magnetic field. He developed methods to analyze geomagnetic data and explored its variations over time. Bartels is particularly recognized for his work on the solar influence on geomagnetic activity, demonstrating how solar events, like sunspots, can affect Earth's magnetic field. His research has helped improve our understanding of the interactions between solar phenomena and terrestrial magnetism, which is crucial for navigation, communication systems, and understanding space weather impacts on technology and the environment.