Annie Jump Cannon (1863-1941)

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Object Details

Creator
Science Service
Subject
Cannon, Annie Jump 1863-1941
Harvard College Observatory
Summary
First hired by Harvard College Observatory to carry out astronomical calculations, Annie Jump Cannon (1863-1941) eventually became one of the foremost American astronomers, known especially for her work on variable stars.
Cite as
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 90-105, Science Service Records, Image No. SIA2008-0646
Repository Loc.
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Capital Gallery, Suite 3000, MRC 507; 600 Maryland Avenue, SW; Washington, DC 20024-2520
Local number
SIA Acc. 90-105 [SIA2008-0646]
Restrictions & Rights
No access restrictions Many of SIA's holdings are located off-site, and advance notice is recommended to consult a collection. Please email the SIA Reference Team at osiaref@si.edu
Copyright Not Evaluated
Type
Black-and-white photographs
Smithsonian Institution Archives
Topic
Women scientists
Variable stars
Astronomy
Record ID
siris_arc_291024
Metadata Usage (text)
CC0

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