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William Thompson Sedgwick

American microbiologist

Died when: 65 years 27 days (780 months)
Star Sign: Capricorn

 

William Thompson Sedgwick

William Thompson Sedgwick (December 29, 1855 – January 25, 1921) was a teacher, epidemiologist, bacteriologist, and a key figure in shaping public health in the United States.

He was president of many scientific and professional organizations during his lifetime, including president of the American Public Health Association in 1915.

He was one of three founders of the joint MIT-Harvard School of Public Health in 1913.


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