Harlow Shapley was an astronomer from the United States, best known for Galactic and extragalactic studies.
Quick Facts About Harlow Shapley
Born
November 2, 1885
Died
October 20, 1972
Nationality
United States
Profession
Astronomer
Notable works
Galactic and extragalactic studies
Spouse
Martha Betz Shapley
About Harlow Shapley
Harlow Shapley was an American astronomer, who served as head of the Harvard College Observatory from 1921–1952, and political activist during the New Deal and Fair Deal.
Rumford PrizeFranklin MedalHonorary Doctorate from the National Autonomous University of MexicoBruce MedalHenry Draper MedalGold Medal of the Royal Astronomical SocietyHenry Norris Russell LectureshipJanssen Medal
