Born and raised in Salzburg, Austria Studied astronomy and mathematics Vienna and Salzburg Started work at Prague Polytechnics Doppler effect verified by Buys Ballot 1845 Died at age 49
Used in everyday medical technicians Doppler radar for police Doppler radar to predict weather Published over 50 articles about: Astronomy Mathematics Physics
Influenced Gregor Mendel the father of genetics Armand Fizeau – determined speed of light Study of light waves and sound waves Medical, law enforcement, weather Influenced Doppler shift Towards=bluer, away=redder
Ill - frequently had to take a leave of absence Died from pulmonary disease Died in Venice Didn’t like being a teacher Full name : Christian Andreas Doppler