Louisa E. Rhine

Botanist and parapsychologist, researched ESP

Louisa E. Rhine - Botanist and parapsychologist, researched ESP
Born

November 9th, 1891
133 years ago

Died

March 17th, 1983
41 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Contributed to the field of parapsychology and conducted extensive research on extrasensory perception (ESP). Worked alongside husband, Joseph B. Rhine, at Duke University. Established the Foundation for Research on the Nature of Man. Significant publications include studies on psychic phenomena and investigatory works in botanical sciences. Focused on experimental approaches to parapsychological phenomena, setting foundations for future research in the field. Active in discussions surrounding the scientific study of paranormal activity.

Conducted pioneering research on ESP

Published works on parapsychology

Co-founded the Foundation for Research on the Nature of Man

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