What was the specialty of James Van Allen?
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James Van Allen was a space scientist who specialized in the study of cosmic rays and the magnetosphere. He is best known for his discovery of the Van Allen radiation belts, two regions of high-energy particles that surround the Earth. Van Allen's research helped to lay the foundation for our understanding of the space environment and the effects of radiation on humans and spacecraft.
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