Norman Lockyer Scientist

Sir Joseph Norman Lockyer, FRS (17 May 1836 – 16 August 1920), known simply as Norman Lockyer, was an English scientist and astronomer. Along with the French scientist Pierre Janssen he is credited with discovering the gas helium. Lockyer also is remembered for being the founder and first editor of the influential journal Nature.

Personal facts

Birth date	May 17, 1836
Birth place	Rugby Warwickshire , Warwickshire
Nationality	Great Britain
Date of death	August 16, 1920
Place of death	Devon , Salcombe Regis
Known for	Helium Nature