Charles W. Woodworth

Entomologist and academic expert

Charles W. Woodworth - Scientists & Innovators born April 28th, 1865
Born
Died

1940
86 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Contributed significantly to the field of entomology. Focused research on the life cycles and control of agricultural pests. Served as a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, where teaching and research on insect behavior and taxonomy flourished. Played a key role in founding the Entomological Society of America and held the presidency of that organization. His work also included studies on the ecology of certain insect species.

Conducted extensive research on agricultural pests

Served as president of the Entomological Society of America

Held a professorship at the University of California, Berkeley

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