George Poinar
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George O. Poinar Jr. is an American entomologist and writer. He is known for popularizing the idea of extracting DNA from insects fossilized in amber, an idea which received widespread attention when adapted by Michael Crichton for the book and movie Jurassic Park.
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About this person
Country
United StatesCategory
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
living
Dates
Born 1936 · age 90
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