Louis Bolk
Dutch anatomist and biologist
Born
December 10th, 1866
158 years ago
Died
1930
95 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Netherlands
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Contributions to anatomy and biology included the establishment of the Bolk's hypothesis, which proposed that human anatomy developed through a series of evolutionary changes influenced by ontogeny. Focused on the study of skull morphology and comparative anatomy, particularly the relationship between humans and apes. Engaged in research that emphasized the importance of evolutionary biology in understanding human traits.
Developed Bolk's hypothesis in human evolution
Investigated skull morphology in primates
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