James Van Allen

James Van Allen net worth and salary: James Van Allen is a Astronomer who has a net worth of $10 million. James Van Allen was born in in September 7, 1914. Pioneer of magnetospheric research in space whose discovery of the radiation belts encircling the earth helped to further the science of astronomy. He was one of Time Magazine's Man of the Year in 1960.
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Popular As James Van Allen
Occupation Astronomer
Age 106 years old
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Born September 7, 1914 (Iowa)
Birthday September 7
Town/City Iowa
Nationality Iowa

🌙 Zodiac

James Van Allen’s zodiac sign is Virgo. According to astrologers, Virgos are always paying attention to the smallest details and their deep sense of humanity makes them one of the most careful signs of the zodiac. Their methodical approach to life ensures that nothing is left to chance, and although they are often tender, their heart might be closed for the outer world. This is a sign often misunderstood, not because they lack the ability to express, but because they won’t accept their feelings as valid, true, or even relevant when opposed to reason. The symbolism behind the name speaks well of their nature, born with a feeling they are experiencing everything for the first time.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

James Van Allen was born in the Year of the Tiger. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Tiger are authoritative, self-possessed, have strong leadership qualities, are charming, ambitious, courageous, warm-hearted, highly seductive, moody, intense, and they’re ready to pounce at any time. Compatible with Horse or Dog.

About

Pioneer of magnetospheric research in space whose discovery of the radiation belts encircling the earth helped to further the science of astronomy. He was one of Time Magazine's Man of the Year in 1960.

Before Fame

As a naval officer in WW II he worked on radio-proximity artillery shells, and also supervised using captured V-2 rockets for probing the atmosphere.

Trivia

He proposed the launching of a satellite that returned back invaluable data about the composition of the upper atmosphere, and the discovery of the Van Allen radiation belts.

Family Life

He was born in Mount Pleasant, Iowa.

Associated With

Both he and a fellow astronomer, Edwin Hubble, were once featured on the cover of Time magazine.

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