Birthdate: August 5, 1904
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Ashford, Kent, England
Died: January 15, 1997
Kenneth V. Thimann was a prominent plant physiologist and microbiologist known for his pioneering research on plant hormones. He discovered and characterized auxin, the first identified plant hormone, making significant contributions to the fields of agriculture and horticulture. Thimann held esteemed positions at Harvard University and the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he played a crucial role in advancing the science departments and botanical collections. His publications, including “Phytohormones” and “Hormone Action in the Whole Life of Plants,” remain highly respected in the scientific community.
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