Franz Ritter von Hauer

Austrian geologist and curator

Franz Ritter von Hauer - Austrian geologist and curator
Born

January 30th, 1822
203 years ago

Died

March 20th, 1899
125 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Austria

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Contributed significantly to the field of geology, particularly in the study of the Alpine region. Worked as a curator at the Geological Institute in Vienna, helping to develop the institution's collections and educational resources. Investigated various geological formations and participated in geological surveys, providing essential insights for the advancement of the discipline.

Published extensively on Alpine geology

Curated the Geological Institute in Vienna

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