Lewis Wolpert
Biologist and author of Developmental Biology
Born
October 19th, 1929
95 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent biologist and academic contributed significantly to the field of developmental biology. Served as a professor at University College London, influencing the next generation of scientists. Authored multiple works aimed at explaining complex biological concepts to a broader audience, particularly in the relationship between biology and the self. Active in scientific communication through popular science writing, enhancing public understanding of scientific topics.
Published 'Developmental Biology'
Contributed to the understanding of cell and tissue formation
Advanced the field of morphogenesis
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