Jan Ingenhousz

Description: (Physiologist, Biologist and Chemist.)
The man who discovered photosynthesis, Jan Ingenhousz was born in the Netherlands but later settled in England. He is also remembered for his pioneering research on thermal conduction and the prevention of smallpox and even successfully inoculated the Habsburg family against smallpox. He was also Maria Theresa’s personal doctor.

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Birthday December 8, 1730 (Sagittarius)
Born In Breda, Netherlands
Died on September 7, 1799
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