Harry Hoogstraal

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1917 – 1986

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Who was Harry Hoogstraal?

Harry Hoogstraal was an American entomologist and parasitologist. He was described as "the greatest authority on ticks and tickborne diseases who ever lived." The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene's Harry Hoogstraal Medal for Outstanding Achievement in Medical Entomology honors his contributions to science.

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Born
Feb 24, 1917
Chicago
Nationality
  • United States of America
Education
  • London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
  • University of Illinois at Chicago
Died
Feb 1, 1986
Cairo

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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