About Harry Angelman
Lived 1915 – 1996 (aged 80). Harry Angelman was a British pediatrician.
Harry Angelman (13 August 1915 – 8 August 1996)
His paper was not immediately recognised as important, but later discoveries of similar children led to the idea of renaming the condition Angelman syndrome.
Angelman travelled to talk about his discovery, and his work was mentioned as important by U.S. President Bill Clinton.
Angelman died due to a colon tumour.
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Who was Harry Angelman?
British pediatrician (1915–1996)
When was Harry Angelman born?
Harry Angelman was born on 13 August 1915 in Birkenhead.
When did Harry Angelman die?
Harry Angelman died on 8 August 1996 in Portsmouth.
What was Harry Angelman's occupation?
Harry Angelman was a pediatrician.
What nationality was Harry Angelman?
Harry Angelman was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harry Angelman. https://biography.guide/harry-angelman/
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