Hewson Swift

American cell biologist
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Hewson Swift

Summary

Hewson Swift is a human[1]. He was born in Auburn[2]. He was born on November 8, 1920[3]. He died on January 1, 2004[4]. He worked as a cell biologist[5].

Key Facts

  • Hewson Swift was born in Auburn[2].
  • Hewson Swift was born on November 8, 1920[3].
  • Hewson Swift died on January 1, 2004[4].
  • Hewson Swift's father was Arthur L. Swift[6].
  • Hewson Swift's mother was Hildegarde Hoyt Swift[7].
  • Hewson Swift held citizenship in United States[8].
  • Hewson Swift's professions included cell biologist[5].
  • Hewson Swift was employed by University of Chicago[9].
  • Hewson Swift's doctoral advisor was Franz Schrader[10].
  • Hewson Swift received the E. B. Wilson Medal[11].
  • Hewson Swift was a member of American Academy of Arts and Sciences[12].
  • Hewson Swift was a member of National Academy of Sciences[13].
  • Hewson Swift is recorded as male[14].
  • Hewson Swift's instance of is recorded as human[15].
  • Hewson Swift's family name is recorded as Swift[16].
  • Hewson Swift's given name is recorded as Hewson[17].
  • Hewson Swift's given name is recorded as Hoyt[18].

Body

Origins and Family

Hewson Swift's place of birth was Auburn[2]. He was born on November 8, 1920[3]. His father was Arthur L. Swift[6]. His mother was Hildegarde Hoyt Swift[7].

Education

Hewson Swift's doctoral advisor was Franz Schrader[10].

Career and Affiliations

Hewson Swift's professions included cell biologist[5]. Among his employers was University of Chicago[9].

Recognition

Hewson Swift received the E. B. Wilson Medal[11].

Death and Burial

Hewson Swift died on January 1, 2004[4].

FAQs

Where was Hewson Swift born?

Hewson Swift's place of birth was Auburn[2].

Who were Hewson Swift's parents?

Hewson Swift's father was Arthur L. Swift[6]. Hewson Swift's mother was Hildegarde Hoyt Swift[7].

What did Hewson Swift do for work?

Hewson Swift worked as cell biologist[5].

What awards did Hewson Swift receive?

Honors received include E. B. Wilson Medal[11].

References

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Direct Wikidata claims

  1. [2] . wikidata.org.
  2. [14] . wikidata.org.
  3. [6] . wikidata.org.
  4. [7] . wikidata.org.
  5. [8] . wikidata.org.
  6. [15] . wikidata.org.
  7. [5] . wikidata.org.
  8. [9] . wikidata.org.
  9. [11] . ascb.org. ascb.org. Provenance: wikidata.org.
  10. [10] . wikidata.org.
  11. [12] . wikidata.org.
  12. [13] . wikidata.org.
  13. [3] . wikidata.org.
  14. [4] . wikidata.org.
  15. [16] . wikidata.org.
  16. [17] . wikidata.org.
  17. [18] . wikidata.org.

Class ancestry

  1. [1] . Wikidata. wikidata.org.

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