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.
Investigate the Milky Way
Ricardo Schiavon
Credit: ARI/LJMU
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."
Karlie Noon
Credit: Rhett Wyman, Sydney Morning Herald
Used by permission
Occupation: Astronomer
Research Areas: Galaxy Evolution, Indigenous Astronomy, Moon Haloes
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