About John E. Murdoch
Lived 1927 – 2010 (aged 83). John E. Murdoch was an American historian and university teacher.
John Emery Murdoch (May 10, 1927 – September 16, 2010) was an American historian of science. Educated in philosophy at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Murdoch spent most of his career at Harvard University. He specialized in ancient and medieval medicine and philosophy, and published numerous materials on the topic. Murdoch was awarded the George Sarton Medal in 2009 for his scholarship.
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Who was John E. Murdoch?
American philosopher of science (1927–2010)
When was John E. Murdoch born?
John E. Murdoch was born on 10 May 1927 in Milwaukee.
When did John E. Murdoch die?
John E. Murdoch died on 16 September 2010.
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John E. Murdoch was a historian and university teacher.
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John E. Murdoch was American.
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