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Frank Rattray Lillie

American zoologist (1870-1947) · United States · Scientists · Died at 77

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Frank Rattray Lillie was an American zoologist and an early pioneer of the study of embryology. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Lillie moved to the United States in 1891 to study for a summer at the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) in Woods Hole, Massachusetts.

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While in Chicago, Lillie lived at this house. It has since been recognized as a National Historic Landmark as a building of national significance.While in Chicago, Lillie lived at this house. It has since been recognized as a National Historic Landmark as a building of national significance.

Awards

Alexander Agassiz Medal1939

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Frank Rattray Lillie was an American zoologist and an early pioneer of the study of embryology. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Lillie moved to the United States in 1891 to study for a summer at the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) in Woods Hole, Massachusetts. Lillie formed a lifelong association with the laboratory, eventually rising to become its director in 1908. His efforts developed the MBL into a full-time institution.

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1870 to 1947 · aged 77

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