Birthdate: July 16, 1896
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Wildeck, Germany
Died: August 8, 1969
Otmar Freiherr von Verschuer was a German-Dutch human biologist and geneticist recognized for his influential contributions to twin methodology, genetics research, and the investigation of disease inheritance. Initially associated with Nazi eugenics, he supported mandatory sterilization initiatives in the early 1900s. Following World War II, he shifted his focus to genetic studies and investigated the impact of nuclear radiation on human beings. Verschuer held esteemed roles in genetics research and academia, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the field until his retirement.
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