Warwick Estevam Kerr

Brazilian geneticist and entomologist

Warwick Estevam Kerr - Scientists & Innovators born September 9th, 1922
Born
Died

2018
7 years ago — 96 years old

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Scientists & Innovators

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Brazil

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Contributed significantly to the field of genetics and entomology. Focused on the study of honeybees and their genetic diversity. Played a key role in the introduction of the African honeybee to Brazil. Actively engaged in agricultural and ecological research, with a strong focus on the impact of genetic selection in various species.

Introduced the African honeybee to Brazil

Conducted research on honeybee genetics

Contributed to studies in agricultural ecology

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