William King Gregory
American zoologist and anatomist
Born
1876
150 years ago
Died
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributed extensively to the fields of zoology and anatomy, focusing on comparative anatomy and the classification of vertebrates. Served as a professor and chairman of the Department of Zoology at Columbia University, educating numerous students in the discipline. Published significant research that advanced understanding of vertebrate evolution and morphology. Worked with fossils and anatomical specimens and was noted for comprehensive studies on reptiles and amphibians.
Developed a classification system for vertebrates
Published works on reptilian and amphibian anatomy
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