James Paton (1903-1973) was a Scottish meteorologist. He was involved in auroral studies during the IGY and later at the University of Edinburgh Balfour Stewart Auroral Laboratory, until his death. He was also a pioneer in the study of noctilucent clouds.
Avastatud: 7-1-1991 Avastamiskoht: Siding Spring Avastajad: McNaught, R. H.