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Theodor Schwann

(1810–1882) Physician

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Theodor Schwann was a physician.

Quick Facts About Theodor Schwann

Born
December 7, 1810
Died
January 11, 1882
Profession
Physician
Notable works
Microscopical researches into the accordance in the structure and growth of animals and plants

About Theodor Schwann

Theodor Schwann was a German physician and physiologist. His most significant contribution to biology is considered to be the extension of cell theory to animals. Other contributions include the discovery of Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system, the discovery and study of pepsin, the discovery of the organic nature of yeast, and the invention of the term "metabolism".

Biography source: Wikipedia

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