Joseph Henry Woodger
Biologist, Philosopher, and Academic
Born
May 2nd, 1894
131 years ago
Died
1981
44 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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Contributed to the fields of biology and philosophy, particularly in the philosophy of biology. Developed significant ideas in the formulation of biological principles. Served as a professor and published numerous works, emphasizing the importance of a theoretical foundation in biological sciences. Played a role in the development of the philosophy of science.
Published 'Biological Principles' in 1952
Contributed to the philosophy of biology
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