About John Black Cowan
Lived 1829 – 1896 (aged 66). John Black Cowan was a British physician.
John Black Cowan (1828-1896) was Regius Professor of Materia Medica at the University of Glasgow.
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Who was John Black Cowan?
Scottish physician and academic
When was John Black Cowan born?
John Black Cowan was born on 14 September 1829 in Glasgow.
When did John Black Cowan die?
John Black Cowan died on 27 July 1896 in Largs.
What was John Black Cowan's occupation?
John Black Cowan was a physician.
What nationality was John Black Cowan?
John Black Cowan was British.
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