1907 – 2013

Ruth Patrick

American botanist and limnologist (1907–2013)

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Born

1907-11-26, Topeka

Died

2013-09-23

Birthplace state

Kansas

Biography

Ruth Patrick was born in Topeka, Kansas in 1907 and died in 2013. She worked as a botanist and limnologist, specializing in diatoms and freshwater ecology. She authored more than 200 scientific papers and developed methods to measure the health of freshwater ecosystems. She established numerous research facilities.

Occupation

Ruth Patrick is recorded as a limnologist, a phycologist, a ecologist, a botanical collector and a botanist, born in Kansas (1907–2013).

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Frequently asked about Ruth Patrick

Who was Ruth Patrick?

Ruth Patrick was American botanist and limnologist (1907–2013), born in Kansas (1907 – 2013).

When and where was Ruth Patrick born?

Ruth Patrick was born on 1907-11-26 in Topeka.

When did Ruth Patrick die?

Ruth died on 2013-09-23.

What was Ruth Patrick known for?

Ruth Patrick is recorded as a limnologist, a phycologist, a ecologist, a botanical collector and a botanist.

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