Shi Shen
- Early Life
Shi Shen lived during the 4th century BCE in ancient China. He was born in the state of Wei, which was a strong kingdom during the Warring States period. This was a time when people studied the skies, believing the stars could guide rulers and hold predictions about the future. From an early age, he developed a keen interest in the Sun, Moon, and stars. That curiosity led him to study the night sky, asking big questions about how the Universe worked.
Occupation
Astronomer
Year born
unknown ~4th century BCE
Research Areas
Astronomy, Star Maps, Sunspots
Elizabeth Brown
Occupation
Meteorologist, Solar Astronomer
Year born
1830
Research areas
Sunspots, Solar eclipses
Image
Credit
This work
by Royal Astronomical Society
is licensed under All rights reserved
Annie Maunder
Occupation
Mathematician, Astronomer
Year born
1868
Research Areas
The Sun, Sunspots, Magnetic Storms
Image
Credit
This work
by Dorrie Giles/RAS
is licensed under All rights reserved
