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Myrtelle Canavan
1879-06-24 – 1953-08-04
Life & Legacy
Myrtelle May Moore Canavan (June 24, 1879 – August 4, 1953) was an American physician and medical researcher. She was one of the first female pathologists and is best known for publishing a description of Canavan disease in 1931.
Occupation & Career
physician, pathologist, clinical biologist, science writer, neuroscientist
Education
University of Michigan; Michigan State University; Drexel University; University of Michigan Medical School
Legacy Highlights
Education & Institutions
Drexel University · Michigan State University · University of Michigan · University of Michigan Medical School
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q261166 — wikidata View source
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