Thomas Jonathan Burrill
American botanist and plant pathologist (1839-1916) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 76
Thomas Jonathan Burrill was an American botanist, plant pathologist, and college administrator who first discovered bacterial causes for plant disease. He introduced Erwinia amylovora as the causal agent of pear fire blight.
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About this person
Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1839 to 1916 · aged 76
