Gerald E. McClearn 1927–2017: A Founding Father of Behavioral Genetics
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DOI: 10.1007/s10519-017-9846-2
Abstract: We regret to announce the sad news that Gerald E. “Jerry” McClearn died Thursday, January 5, 2017 in State College, PA. In his 89 years, Jerry had a long and successful career as a leader… read more here.
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A founding father of neuroscience: Floyd E. Bloom, 1936–2025
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2505887122
Abstract: Floyd E. Bloom, M.D. was a prominent leader and spokesperson for the neuroscience and broader scientific communities; sadly, Floyd passed away on January 8, 2025. His scientific contributions were focused on multidisciplinary characterizations of transmitter-specific… read more here.
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John Graunt F.R.S. (1620-74): The founding father of human demography, epidemiology and vital statistics.
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DOI: 10.1177/09677720221079826
Abstract: John Graunt, a largely self-educated London draper, can plausibly be regarded as the founding father of demography, epidemiology and vital statistics. In his only publication, based on a pioneering analysis of the London Bills of… read more here.
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