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Frederick Grinnell

b. 1945

American biologist

Philosopher Researcher Biochemist
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About Frederick Grinnell

Born 1945. Frederick Grinnell is an American philosopher, researcher and biochemist.

Frederick Grinnell (born 1945 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American cell biologist. He is currently the Robert McLemore Professor of Medical Science in the Department of Cell Biology at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.

Grinnell has written two books about the nature of scientific inquiry: The Scientific Attitude and Everyday Practice of Science: Where Intuition and Passion Meet Objectivity and Logic. Everyday Practice of Science was shortlisted for the 2010 Royal Society Science Book Prize. He is a Fellow of the History and Philosophy of Science division of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Awards 2012: University of Texas System Regents' Outstanding Teaching Award. 2012: Awarded Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Section on History and Philosophy of Science.

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Important facts

Born
5 February 1945, Philadelphia
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Philosopher, researcher, biochemist
Nationality
United States
Education
Clark University, Tufts University, Lower Merion High School
Employers
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Awards
Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Frederick Grinnell?

American biologist

When was Frederick Grinnell born?

Frederick Grinnell was born on 5 February 1945 in Philadelphia.

What is Frederick Grinnell's occupation?

Frederick Grinnell is a philosopher, researcher and biochemist.

What nationality is Frederick Grinnell?

Frederick Grinnell is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frederick Grinnell

· Wikidata: Q5497895

· DBpedia: Frederick Grinnell (biologist)

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