Hans Spemann
Embryologist and Nobel Prize laureate
Born
June 27th, 1869
156 years ago
Died
September 9th, 1941
84 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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An embryologist and academic contributed significantly to the field of developmental biology. Conducted pioneering experiments in the early 20th century that led to the discovery of the organizer effect, demonstrating how certain cells can influence the development of other cells. Spemann's work established foundational principles for understanding embryonic development. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1935 for groundbreaking work in embryology, specifically for experiments involving the embryonic development of frogs.
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1935
Conducted pivotal research on the organizer effect
Contributed foundational knowledge to developmental biology
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