John West Wells was an American paleontologist, biologist and geologist who focused his research on corals.
He was notable for, among other things, proving that the rotational period of the Earth undergoes periodic changes. Wikipedia
Born: July 15, 1907, Philadelphia, PA
Died: January 12, 1994 (age 86 years), Ithaca, NY
Awards: Paleontological Society Medal
Education: Cornell University and University of Pittsburgh