Minakata Kumagusu
Japanese mycologist (1867–1941) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Minakata Kumagusu (南方 熊楠, May 18, 1867 – December 29, 1941) was a Japanese author, biologist, naturalist and ethnologist.
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In this Japanese name, the surname is Minakata.
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Minakata Kumagusu | |
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Minakata in the USA in 1891 | |
Born | (1867-05-18)May 18, 1867 |
Died | December 29, 1941(1941-12-29) (aged 74) Wakayama, Empire of Japan |
Nationality | Japanese |
Known for | Study of slime mold |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Natural history, Biology, Folklore |
Institutions | British Museum |
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