Remington Kellogg
Zoologist and paleontologist, fossils research
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Died
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Scientists & Innovators
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United States
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Contributions to zoology and paleontology spanned several decades. Worked extensively on fossil mammals and described numerous new species. Served as director of the U.S. National Museum and contributed to the understanding of the evolution of various animal groups. Published several scientific papers and books focused on paleontology and zoology. Led significant research initiatives and was involved in various museum exhibitions.
Directed the U.S. National Museum
Authored numerous scientific papers and books
Described new species of fossil mammals
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