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Helmut van Emden

b. 1933

British entomologist

Entomologist Professor
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About Helmut van Emden

Born 1933. Helmut van Emden is an entomologist and professor.

Helmut van Emden (born 30 December 1933) is Emeritus Professor of Horticulture at the University of Reading. He is known for work on insect-plant interactions in agroecosystems. He was born in Dresden, Germany.

Van Emden is a former President and Honorary Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and former President of the Association of Applied Biology.

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Important facts

Born
1933, Dresden
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Entomologist, professor
Education
Tiffin School, Imperial College London
Positions held
President of the Royal Entomological Society
Employers
University of Reading
Awards
Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society; Honorary Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society
Also known as
Helmut Fritz van Emden, Helmut F. van Emden, Emden

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Helmut van Emden?

British entomologist

When was Helmut van Emden born?

Helmut van Emden was born in 1933 in Dresden.

What is Helmut van Emden's occupation?

Helmut van Emden is an entomologist and professor.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Helmut van Emden

· Wikidata: Q28911789

· DBpedia: Helmut Fritz van Emden

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