Lynn Margulis

Biologist known for symbiotic theory

Lynn Margulis - Scientists & Innovators born March 5th, 1938
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A biologist and academic with significant contributions to evolutionary biology, studied the role of symbiosis in the development of complex life forms. Developed the endosymbiotic theory, proposing that mitochondria and chloroplasts originated from free-living prokaryotic organisms that were engulfed by ancestral eukaryotic cells. Published numerous works including the influential book 'Symbiotic Planet' which detailed the importance of cooperation and synergy in evolution. Served as a professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and received various accolades for contributions to scientific understanding.

Developed the endosymbiotic theory

Published the book 'Symbiotic Planet'

Served on the National Academy of Sciences

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