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Theodor Schwann

physiologist

Born: Died: German

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".

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German physiologist

Theodor Schwann's Historical Timeline

  1. Theodor Schwann dies

    Theodor Schwann, German physiologist, known for german physiologist, died on 1882-01-11. Theodor Schwann was a German physician and physiologist.

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When was Theodor Schwann born?
Theodor Schwann was born on 1810-01-11 (German).
What is Theodor Schwann known for?
German physiologist
What historical events involved Theodor Schwann?
Theodor Schwann was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Theodor Schwann dies.
When did Theodor Schwann die?
Theodor Schwann died on 1882-01-01.

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