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Carl Zimmer

(1873–1950) Zoologist United States

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Carl Zimmer was a zoologist from the United States, best known for Evolution: The Triumph of an Idea.

Quick Facts About Carl Zimmer

Born
September 29, 1873
Died
January 1, 1950
Nationality
United States
Profession
Zoologist
Notable works
Evolution: The Triumph of an Idea

About Carl Zimmer

Carl Zimmer is an American popular science writer, blogger, columnist, and journalist who specializes in the topics of evolution, parasites, and heredity. The author of many books, he contributes science essays to publications such as The New York Times, Discover, and National Geographic. He is a fellow at Yale University's Morse College and adjunct professor of molecular biophysics and biochemistry at Yale University. Zimmer also gives frequent lectures and has appeared on many radio shows, including National Public Radio's Radiolab, Fresh Air, and This American Life. He authored Evolution: The Triumph of an Idea, a companion piece to the PBS series Evolution.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Guggenheim Fellowship

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