Edwin Hubble
Occupation
Astronomer, Cosmologist
Year born
1889
Research Areas
Galaxies, Extra-galactic astronomy, Observational cosmology
- Early Life
Edwin was born in Missouri, USA. As a child, he enjoyed reading science fiction books. When he won a scholarship to the University of Chicago, his father wanted him to study law, not astronomy. Following college, Edwin worked as a high school teacher and basketball team coach.
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Ricardo Schiavon
Occupation: Astrophysicist
Research Areas: Galaxy formation, Observational astronomy
"I consider myself extremely lucky to be where I am, do what I do, and to be surrounded by so many amazing people here in Liverpool."
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