Daniel Eisenstein
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Daniel Eisenstein, born on January 1, 1970, is an astronomer, university teacher, and astrophysicist who earned his education at Harvard University and Princeton University [1][2][1][2]. He is employed by Harvard University, the Smithsonian Institution, the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, and the University of Arizona [2][1]. His research spans cosmology, galaxy formation and evolution, baryon astronomy, and dark energy [2].
He has been recognized with The Shaw Prize in Astronomy [3] and is a member of the National Academy of Sciences [3][4]. His professional affiliations and scholarly contributions are centered in the fields of cosmology and astrophysics, with sustained involvement in institutions dedicated to astronomical research and education [2][1][2]. He continues to contribute to the understanding of large-scale structure and dark energy through his work at these institutions [2][2][1].
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[6]
- Field of work: cosmology[7], galaxy formation and evolution[8], baryon astronomy[9], dark energy[10]
- Employer: Harvard University[11], Smithsonian Institution[12], Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory[13], University of Arizona[14]
- Educated at: Harvard University[15], Princeton University[16]
- Award received: The Shaw Prize in Astronomy[17]
- Member of: National Academy of Sciences[18]
- Sex or gender: male[19]
- Family name: Eisenstein[20]
- Given name: Daniel[21]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[22]
- On focus list of Wikimedia project: WikiProject Smithsonian Names[23]
- Maintained by WikiProject: WikiProject Mathematics[24]
Why It Matters
Daniel Eisenstein has Wikipedia articles in 5 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[25] He is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[26]
FAQs
What did Daniel Eisenstein do for work?
Daniel Eisenstein worked as an astronomer[2], university teacher[3], and astrophysicist[4].
Where did Daniel Eisenstein go to school?
Daniel Eisenstein was educated at Harvard University[15] and Princeton University[16].
What awards did Daniel Eisenstein receive?
Honors received include The Shaw Prize in Astronomy[17].