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William Whiteman Carlton Topley

1886 – 1944

British bacteriologist

Bacteriologist
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About William Whiteman Carlton Topley

Lived 1886 – 1944 (aged 58). William Whiteman Carlton Topley was a British bacteriologist.

William Whiteman Carlton Topley FRS (19 January 1886 – 21 January 1944) was a British bacteriologist. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1930. Awarded the Royal Medal in 1942.

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Important facts

Born
19 January 1886
Birth century
19th century
Died
21 January 1944
Occupation
Bacteriologist
Nationality
United Kingdom
Education
St John's College
Awards
Fellow of the Royal Society; Royal Medal; Croonian Medal and Lecture; Goulstonian Lectures

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Whiteman Carlton Topley?

British bacteriologist (1886-1944)

When was William Whiteman Carlton Topley born?

William Whiteman Carlton Topley was born on 19 January 1886.

When did William Whiteman Carlton Topley die?

William Whiteman Carlton Topley died on 21 January 1944.

What was William Whiteman Carlton Topley's occupation?

William Whiteman Carlton Topley was a bacteriologist.

What nationality was William Whiteman Carlton Topley?

William Whiteman Carlton Topley was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Whiteman Carlton Topley

· Wikidata: Q8020300

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