About Gerhard Haszprunar
Born 1957. Gerhard Haszprunar is an Austrian zoologist, malacologist, university teacher and director general.
Gerhard Haszprunar (born 25 February 1957 in Vienna) is an Austrian zoologist and malacologist.
He is credited with the invention of the modern species naming patronage model and is a founder of the BIOPAT non-profit organization.
Honours and awards Cardinal Innitzer prize (for the Habilitation) (1989) Prize of the city of Innsbruck for scientific research at the University of Innsbruck for the project "Monoplacophora" (with Dr. Kurt Schaefer) (1994) Austrian Cross of Honour for Science and Art (2008)
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Who is Gerhard Haszprunar?
Austrian zoologist
When was Gerhard Haszprunar born?
Gerhard Haszprunar was born on 25 February 1957 in Vienna.
What is Gerhard Haszprunar's occupation?
Gerhard Haszprunar is a zoologist, malacologist, university teacher and director general.
What nationality is Gerhard Haszprunar?
Gerhard Haszprunar is Austrian.
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· Wikipedia: Gerhard Haszprunar
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