Description: (American Astronomer and Journalist)
George Ellery Hale was a prominent American astrophysicist recognized for his significant contributions to astronomy. He made groundbreaking discoveries in sunspot magnetic fields and was crucial in the planning and construction of revolutionary telescopes, such as the 40-inch refracting telescope at Yerkes Observatory, the 60-inch Hale reflecting telescope at Mount Wilson Observatory, the 100-inch Hooker reflecting telescope at Mount Wilson, and the 200-inch Hale reflecting telescope at Palomar Observatory. Additionally, he played a vital role in establishing key institutions like the International Union for Cooperation in Solar Research and the National Research Council. He also contributed to the development of the California Institute of Technology as a premier research university.