Trevor Kincaid
Zoologist and academic researcher
Born
December 21st, 1872
152 years ago
Died
1970
55 years ago — 98 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Canada
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Born in 1872, contributed significantly to zoology and higher education. Worked predominantly in the United States, focusing on marine biology and the classification of marine organisms. Contributed to various institutions, sharing expertise and advancing research methodologies in the field. Recognized for work on the taxonomy of marine animals and for editorial roles in scientific publications.
Published research on marine invertebrates
Contributed to the understanding of marine ecosystems
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