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Anna Weber-van Bosse

1852 – 1942

Dutch phycologist

Biologist Botanist Phycologist
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About Anna Weber-van Bosse

Lived 1852 – 1942 (aged 90). Anna Weber-van Bosse was a Dutch biologist, botanist, phycologist, botanical collector, scientific collector and mycologist.

Anna Antoinette Weber-van Bosse (27 March 1852 – 29 October 1942) was a Dutch phycologist, specializing in marine algae.

Life Her interest in botany and zoology started at a young age, inspired by regular trips to the Amsterdam zoo. She attended the University of Amsterdam in 1880, where she was made to do her laboratory work in a room separate from the male students. She died on October 29, 1942, at the age of 90.

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Selected publications

The Corallinaceae of the Siboga-expedition, Weber-van Bosse, A. (Anna), - Fosalie, Mikal Hegġelund - 1904

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Important facts

Born
27 March 1852, Amsterdam
Birth century
19th century
Died
29 October 1942, Eerbeek
Occupation
Biologist, botanist, phycologist, botanical collector, scientific collector, mycologist
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Education
University of Amsterdam, University of Zurich
Awards
Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau
Also known as
Weber Bosse, Anna Antoinette Weber van Bosse, Anna Antoinette Weber-van Bosse, A. A. Weber-van Bosse, A. A. W. van Bosse, Weber-van Bosse
moreAnne Antoinette Weber

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Anna Weber-van Bosse?

Dutch phycologist (1852-1942)

When was Anna Weber-van Bosse born?

Anna Weber-van Bosse was born on 27 March 1852 in Amsterdam.

When did Anna Weber-van Bosse die?

Anna Weber-van Bosse died on 29 October 1942 in Eerbeek.

What was Anna Weber-van Bosse's occupation?

Anna Weber-van Bosse was a biologist, botanist, phycologist, botanical collector, scientific collector and mycologist.

What nationality was Anna Weber-van Bosse?

Anna Weber-van Bosse was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Anna Weber-van Bosse

· Wikidata: Q1940785

· DBpedia: Anna Weber-van Bosse

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