Giovanni Battista Amici 1786 - 1863

occupation:
Astronomer, Microscopist, Optician
Nationality:
Italian
born in:
Modena, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Prof. of Mathematics at University of Modena (1815-25) later Prof. of Astronomy and director of observatory at Royal Museum Florence, Italy. Optical designer & improver of the microscope.