About Herbert William Conn
Lived 1859 – 1917 (aged 58). Herbert William Conn was an American bacteriologist, botanist, physician, biologist and university teacher.
Herbert William Conn (January 10, 1859 – April 18, 1917)
Following his graduation, Conn joined the staff of Wesleyan University as a biology instructor, becoming a biology professor in 1887 and founder of the university's biology department. He would hold the chair of biology for the remainder of his career.
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Who was Herbert William Conn?
American bacteriologist and educator (1859-1917)
When was Herbert William Conn born?
Herbert William Conn was born on 10 January 1859 in Fitchburg.
When did Herbert William Conn die?
Herbert William Conn died on 18 April 1917 in Middletown.
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Herbert William Conn was a bacteriologist, botanist, physician, biologist and university teacher.
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Herbert William Conn was American.
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