Theodor Boveri
German geneticist (1862-1915) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Theodor Heinrich Boveri (12 October 1862 – 15 October 1915) was a German biologist who made discoveries in cytology, embryology and genetics. His career was devoted to the processes whereby a new individual arises from parental reproductive materials.[1]
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Theodor Boveri | |
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Born | 12 October 1862 |
Died | 15 October 1915 |
Nationality | German |
Known for | Embryonic development Boveri-Sutton chromosome theory Centrosome |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Genetics, Cell biology |
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His work with sea urchins showed that it was necessary to have all chromosomes present in order for proper development of the embryo to take place.[2] This discovery was an important part of the Boveri-Sutton chromosome theory. His other significant discovery was the centrosome (1888), which he described as the especial organ of cell division. Boveri also discovered the phenomenon of chromatin diminution during embryonic development of the nematode Parascaris.[3] [4]