David Pankenier

David Pankenier is a prominent professor of astronomy at Lehigh University in Pennsylvania, known for his expertise in Chinese astronomy. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of ancient astronomical texts and has provided insights into the historical development of astronomical practices in China. Recently, Pankenier commented on a study revealing that the oldest known star catalog from ancient China dates back to 355 BC, which predates similar Greek works by over 200 years.