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John McNamara

b. 1949

English mathematical biologist

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About John McNamara

Born 1949. John McNamara is an English mathematician and biologist, known for Behavioural ecology and Mathematical biology.

John M. McNamara is an English mathematical biologist and Emeritus Professor of Mathematics and Biology in the School of Mathematics at the University of Bristol. He was elected a fellow of the Royal Society in 2012. In 2013, he and Alasdair Houston jointly received the ASAB Medal, and in 2014, he received the Weldon Memorial Prize. In 2018, he was awarded the Sewall Wright Award from the American Society of Naturalists.

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Birth century
Nationality
Known for
Behavioural ecology, Mathematical biology
Education
University of Oxford, University of Bristol
Employers
University of Bristol
Awards
ASAB Medal; Fellow of the Royal Society; ASN Award for Distinguished Achievement in the Conceptual Unification of the Biological Sciences; Frink Medal; Alasdair Houston; Sewall Wright Award; Weldon Memorial Prize
Also known as
John Michael McNamara

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Frequently asked questions

Who is John McNamara?

English mathematical biologist

When was John McNamara born?

John McNamara was born on 13 December 1949.

What is John McNamara's occupation?

John McNamara is a mathematician and biologist.

What is John McNamara known for?

John McNamara is known for Behavioural ecology and Mathematical biology.

What nationality is John McNamara?

John McNamara is English.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John McNamara

· Wikidata: Q21166057

· DBpedia: John McNamara (mathematical biologist)

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