Barbara Wharton Low
American biochemist and biophysicist
About Barbara Wharton Low
Lived 1920 – 2019 (aged 98). Barbara Wharton Low was an American and British biochemist, biophysicist and university teacher.
Personal life Low identified herself as a Quaker and valued humanitarian work. At Somerville, she studied the Polish language and considered pursuing post-war aid in Poland.
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Who was Barbara Wharton Low?
American biochemist and biophysicist
When was Barbara Wharton Low born?
Barbara Wharton Low was born on 23 March 1920 in Lancaster.
When did Barbara Wharton Low die?
Barbara Wharton Low died on 10 January 2019 in The Bronx.
What was Barbara Wharton Low's occupation?
Barbara Wharton Low was a biochemist, biophysicist and university teacher.
What nationality was Barbara Wharton Low?
Barbara Wharton Low was American and British.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Barbara Wharton Low
· DBpedia: Barbara Low (biochemist)
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