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Professor Hamilton

Professor Hamilton is a fictional character from the DC Comics universe, known for his role as a scientist and ally to Superman. He first appeared in "The Adventures of Superman" #424 in January 1987. Created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Jerry Ordway, Professor Hamilton has been a recurring character in Superman's stories, often providing scientific expertise and technological assistance.

Biography[edit]

Professor Emil Hamilton is a brilliant scientist who initially worked for the government before becoming a freelance inventor. He is known for his work in various fields of science, including physics, engineering, and biology. Hamilton's inventions have often been pivotal in aiding Superman and other heroes in their battles against various threats.

Early Life[edit]

Emil Hamilton was born in Metropolis and showed an early aptitude for science. He attended Metropolis University, where he excelled in his studies and earned multiple degrees in scientific disciplines. His early career was marked by a series of government contracts, where he developed advanced technologies for military and civilian applications.

Career with Superman[edit]

Hamilton's first encounter with Superman occurred when he was working on a project that inadvertently attracted the attention of the Man of Steel. Impressed by Hamilton's intellect and integrity, Superman began to rely on him for scientific advice and technological support. Over the years, Hamilton became a trusted ally, often working out of the S.T.A.R. Labs facility in Metropolis.

Notable Inventions[edit]

Professor Hamilton is credited with creating several devices that have been crucial in Superman's adventures:

Kryptonite Detector: A device capable of detecting the presence of kryptonite, Superman's only known weakness.
Phantom Zone Projector: A machine that can open portals to the Phantom Zone, a dimension used to imprison Kryptonian criminals.
Force Field Generator: A portable device that can generate protective energy fields.

Later Developments[edit]

In later storylines, Professor Hamilton's character underwent significant changes. He was portrayed as becoming increasingly disillusioned with Superman and the superhero community, leading to a period where he became an antagonist. This shift was marked by his transformation into the villain known as "Ruin," where he used his scientific knowledge against his former allies.

Powers and Abilities[edit]

While Professor Hamilton possesses no superhuman abilities, his genius-level intellect and expertise in multiple scientific fields make him a formidable ally and adversary. His ability to invent and adapt technology is unparalleled, and he has often been able to devise solutions to seemingly insurmountable problems.

In Other Media[edit]

Professor Hamilton has appeared in various adaptations of the Superman mythos, including animated series and live-action television shows. Notably, he was featured in the "Superman: The Animated Series," where he was voiced by actor Victor Brandt. In this series, Hamilton maintained his role as a supportive ally to Superman.

Also see[edit]

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-[[file:Professor_Hamilton.jpg|thumb|left]] [[file:EmilHamiltonSmallville.jpg|thumb|left]] {{Short description|Fictional character in the DC Comics universe}}
+[[File:EmilHamiltonSmallville.jpg|thumb]] Professor Hamilton
-{{Infobox comics character
-| character_name = Professor Hamilton
-| image =
-| caption =
-| publisher = [[DC Comics]]
-| debut = ''[[Adventures of Superman (comic book)|Adventures of Superman]]'' #424 (January 1987)
-| creators = [[Marv Wolfman]] and [[Jerry Ordway]]
-| full_name = Emil Hamilton
-| alliances = [[Superman (Clark Kent)|Superman]]
-| supports = [[Superman (Clark Kent)|Superman]]
-| powers = Genius-level intellect, expertise in various scientific fields
-}}
-'''Professor Hamilton''' is a [[fictional character]] appearing in [[American comic books]] published by [[DC Comics]]. The character is primarily associated with [[Superman (Clark Kent)|Superman]] and is known for his role as a scientific advisor and ally to the [[Man of Steel]].
+Professor Hamilton is a fictional character from the DC Comics universe, known for his role as a scientist and ally to Superman. He first appeared in "The Adventures of Superman" #424 in January 1987. Created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Jerry Ordway, Professor Hamilton has been a recurring character in Superman's stories, often providing scientific expertise and technological assistance.
-==Publication history==
+== Biography ==
-Professor Hamilton first appeared in ''[[Adventures of Superman (comic book)|Adventures of Superman]]'' #424, which was published in January 1987. He was created by writer [[Marv Wolfman]] and artist [[Jerry Ordway]].
+Professor Emil Hamilton is a brilliant scientist who initially worked for the government before becoming a freelance inventor. He is known for his work in various fields of science, including physics, engineering, and biology. Hamilton's inventions have often been pivotal in aiding Superman and other heroes in their battles against various threats.
-==Fictional character biography==
+=== Early Life ===
-===Early life===
+Emil Hamilton was born in Metropolis and showed an early aptitude for science. He attended Metropolis University, where he excelled in his studies and earned multiple degrees in scientific disciplines. His early career was marked by a series of government contracts, where he developed advanced technologies for military and civilian applications.
-Emil Hamilton was once a brilliant scientist who, after being blacklisted by the scientific community for his radical theories, turned to a life of crime. However, he was eventually reformed and became a valuable ally to [[Superman (Clark Kent)|Superman]], providing him with various technological aids and scientific expertise.
-===Role in Superman's life===
+=== Career with Superman ===
-Professor Hamilton has played a significant role in many of Superman's adventures. He has developed numerous devices to aid Superman, including a [[Kryptonite]] detector and a [[Phantom Zone]] projector. Hamilton's expertise has been crucial in helping Superman deal with various threats, both terrestrial and extraterrestrial.
+Hamilton's first encounter with Superman occurred when he was working on a project that inadvertently attracted the attention of the Man of Steel. Impressed by Hamilton's intellect and integrity, Superman began to rely on him for scientific advice and technological support. Over the years, Hamilton became a trusted ally, often working out of the S.T.A.R. Labs facility in Metropolis.
-===Transformation and later years===
+=== Notable Inventions ===
-In later years, Professor Hamilton's character underwent significant changes. He was transformed into the villainous [[Ruin (DC Comics)|Ruin]], a persona that brought him into direct conflict with Superman. This transformation was a result of manipulation and mental instability, leading to tragic consequences.
+Professor Hamilton is credited with creating several devices that have been crucial in Superman's adventures:
-==In other media==
+* '''Kryptonite Detector''': A device capable of detecting the presence of kryptonite, Superman's only known weakness.
-Professor Hamilton has appeared in various [[Superman in other media|media adaptations]] of the Superman franchise, including [[animated series]] and [[live-action television]] shows. Notably, he was featured in the [[DC Animated Universe]], voiced by [[Victor Brandt]] in ''[[Superman: The Animated Series]]'' and ''[[Justice League (TV series)|Justice League]]''.
+* '''Phantom Zone Projector''': A machine that can open portals to the Phantom Zone, a dimension used to imprison Kryptonian criminals.
+* '''Force Field Generator''': A portable device that can generate protective energy fields.
-==See also==
+=== Later Developments ===
-* [[List of Superman supporting characters]]
+In later storylines, Professor Hamilton's character underwent significant changes. He was portrayed as becoming increasingly disillusioned with Superman and the superhero community, leading to a period where he became an antagonist. This shift was marked by his transformation into the villain known as "Ruin," where he used his scientific knowledge against his former allies.
-* [[List of Superman enemies]]
-* [[Superman: The Animated Series]]
-* [[Justice League (TV series)]]
-==References==
+== Powers and Abilities ==
-{{Reflist}}
+While Professor Hamilton possesses no superhuman abilities, his genius-level intellect and expertise in multiple scientific fields make him a formidable ally and adversary. His ability to invent and adapt technology is unparalleled, and he has often been able to devise solutions to seemingly insurmountable problems.
-==External links==
+== In Other Media ==
-*
+Professor Hamilton has appeared in various adaptations of the Superman mythos, including animated series and live-action television shows. Notably, he was featured in the "Superman: The Animated Series," where he was voiced by actor Victor Brandt. In this series, Hamilton maintained his role as a supportive ally to Superman.
+== Also see ==
+* [[Superman]]
+* [[S.T.A.R. Labs]]
+* [[Kryptonite]]
+* [[Phantom Zone]]
+* [[DC Comics]]
+{{DC Comics characters}}
+{{Superman}}
 [[Category:DC Comics characters]]
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-[[Category:Comics characters introduced in 1987]]
 [[Category:Fictional scientists]]
-[[Category:DC Comics supervillains]]
-[[Category:DC Comics superheroes]]
-[[Category:Characters created by Marv Wolfman]]
-[[Category:Characters created by Jerry Ordway]]
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