Thomas B. Bahcall

Thomas B. Bahcall was an influential astrophysicist known for his work on solar physics and neutrinos. He studied the Sun’s core processes and contributed to understanding how neutrinos—tiny, elusive particles produced by nuclear reactions in the Sun—reach Earth. His research helped resolve the "solar neutrino problem," confirming theories about nuclear fusion in the Sun and advancing particle physics. Bahcall also played a key role in developing precise models of stars, enhancing our knowledge of stellar evolution. His work bridged astronomy and physics, deepening our understanding of fundamental particles and the inner workings of the Sun.