Doctor Megala is a scientist who is responsible for the creation of one of the universe's most powerful forces, Captain Atom. The original Doctor Megala was part of the Captain Atom Project, a secret government funded group that used new experimental machines to harness powerful energies. Doctor Megala is often superseded and directed by General Eiling, the military organizer and leader. The New 52 reboot reintroduces Doctor Megala as a close confidant and ally of Captain Atom and even a one-time villain. Doctor Megala was created by Cary Bates and Pat Broderick, first appearing in Captain Atom (Volume 2) #1. (1987)