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What was one of the key questions made central to evolutionary biology by Mayr?
What was one of the key questions made central to evolutionary biology by Mayr?
Which of the following prizes was not awarded to Mayr?
Which of the following prizes was not awarded to Mayr?
In which year did Mayr retire from his position?
In which year did Mayr retire from his position?
What was one of Mayr's contributions to the field of biology?
What was one of Mayr's contributions to the field of biology?
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At what age did Mayr pass away?
At what age did Mayr pass away?
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Ernst Mayr's Career Highlights
- Ernst Mayr was a prominent biologist
- His career spanned nearly 80 years, from sciences in 1953 to retirement in 1975
- He held the title of Alexander Agassiz Professor of Zoology Emeritus
- Research interests included ornithology, taxonomy, zoogeography, evolution, systematics, and the history/philosophy of biology
- Helped establish the origin of species diversity as a central evolutionary biology question
- Pioneered the current biological species definition
- Received prestigious awards: Balzan Prize (1983), International Prize for Biology (1994), and the Crafoord Prize (1999)
- Died at age 100 in 2004
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Explore the significant milestones in the life of Ernst Mayr, a leading figure in evolutionary biology. From his contributions to systematics and ornithology to his influential role in defining species, this quiz covers his remarkable career and achievements. Discover how his work has shaped the understanding of species diversity and evolution.
