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Patrick S. Herendeen

b. 1959

American botanist

Botanist Biologist University teacher
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About Patrick S. Herendeen

Born 1959. Patrick S. Herendeen is an American botanist, biologist and university teacher.

Dr. Patrick Stephen Herendeen (born 1959) is an American botanist with expertise in paleobotany and evolutionary biology of Cretaceous Age fossil plants. He is the Senior Director of Systematics and Evolutionary Biology and Senior Scientist at the Chicago Botanic Garden and teaches at Northwestern University. Herendeen is the president of the International Association for Plant Taxonomy.

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Important facts

Born
5 June 1959, South Bend
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Botanist, biologist, university teacher
Nationality
United States
Education
California State University, Long Beach, Indiana University Bloomington, Indiana University, National Science Foundation
Employers
Chicago Botanic Garden
Also known as
Herend., Patrick Herendeen, Patrick Stephen Herendeen

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Patrick S. Herendeen?

American botanist (1959 - )

When was Patrick S. Herendeen born?

Patrick S. Herendeen was born on 5 June 1959 in South Bend.

What is Patrick S. Herendeen's occupation?

Patrick S. Herendeen is a botanist, biologist and university teacher.

What nationality is Patrick S. Herendeen?

Patrick S. Herendeen is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Patrick S. Herendeen

· Wikidata: Q15895410

· DBpedia: Patrick S. Herendeen

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