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Harrie Sipman

b. 1945

German lichenologist

LichenologistBotanist Biologist
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About Harrie Sipman

Born 1945. Harrie Sipman is a German lichenologist, botanist and biologist.

Early life and education

Sipman was born on 2 January 1945 in Sittard in the southern part of the Netherlands. As a schoolboy, he developed an interest in paleontology, collecting Cretaceous marine fossils from quarries in the hills surrounding his hometown. He later moved to Utrecht to study biology at Utrecht University. Sipmania (family Roccellaceae) Sipmanidea (family Gomphillaceae)

Many species have been named in Sipman's honour. These eponyms include:

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Important facts

Born
1945, Sittard
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Lichenologist, botanist, biologist
Nationality
Germany
Education
Utrecht University, Berlin Botanical Garden and Botanical Museum
Employers
Botanic Garden and Botanical Museum Berlin
Also known as
Harrie J. M. Sipman, Henricus Johannes Maria Sipman, Sipman, H. Sipman, H. J. M. Sipman

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Harrie Sipman?

German lichenologist

When was Harrie Sipman born?

Harrie Sipman was born in 1945 in Sittard.

What is Harrie Sipman's occupation?

Harrie Sipman is a lichenologist, botanist and biologist.

What nationality is Harrie Sipman?

Harrie Sipman is German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harrie Sipman

· Wikidata: Q111710409

· DBpedia: Harrie Sipman

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