Wilhelm Roentgen
Wilhelm Roentgen was a German physicist who is best remembered for his discovery of X-rays in 1895, a groundbreaking advancement in medical imaging that revolutionized diagnostics. His work laid the foundation for modern radiology, and his legacy continues to influence the field, as evidenced by the recent achievement of capturing the first X-ray in space, which mirrors his historic first image.
Born on Mar 27, 1845 (180 years old)
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Wilhelm Roentgen is known for capturing the first ever X-ray image over a century ago.
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