Richard N. Carrington

Richard N. Carrington was a British astronomer and scientist born in 1826, known for his pioneering work in solar observation. He meticulously studied the Sun’s magnetic activity and sunspots, leading to the discovery that solar flares can impact Earth’s magnetic field. In 1859, he observed a massive solar storm, now called the Carrington Event, which caused widespread disruptions in telegraph systems and auroras. His research helped us understand how solar activity affects our planet, laying the groundwork for the field of space weather prediction. Carrington's contributions remain fundamental in solar physics and geomagnetic studies.