Wilhelm Foerster

Wilhelm Foerster was a German astronomer and scientist born in 1832, known for his work on the Earth's rotation and magnetic field. He made important contributions to understanding how the Earth's orientation changes over time, influencing navigation and geophysics. Foerster also studied solar activity and its effects on Earth, advocating for scientific collaboration. His research helped improve our knowledge of Earth's physical properties and its dynamic systems, making him a notable figure in 19th-century astronomy and geoscience.