James M. Schopf
American paleobotanist and coal geologist (1911–1978)
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James M. Schopf was born on June 2, 1911[1], in Cheyenne[2]. He died on September 15, 1978[3]. He worked as a paleobotanist[4], botanist[5], and geologist[6]. He is known by 5 alternative names across languages and contexts.[7]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: January 1, 1911[8]
- Date of death: January 1, 1978[9]
- Child: Thomas J. M. Schopf[10], J. William Schopf[11]
- Country of citizenship: United States[12]
- Employer: United States Bureau of Mines[13], United States Geological Survey[14]
- Educated at: University of Illinois system[15]
- Award received: Paleontological Society Medal[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Academic degree: doctorate[18]
- Family name: Schopf[19]
- Given name: James[20]
- Has works in the collection: Invertebrate paleontology collection, Carnegie Museum of Natural History[21], Smithsonian Institution Archives[22]
- Copyright status as a creator: works protected by copyrights[23]
FAQs
Where was James M. Schopf born?
James M. Schopf's place of birth was Cheyenne[2].
What did James M. Schopf do for work?
James M. Schopf worked as a paleobotanist[4], botanist[5], and geologist[6].
Where did James M. Schopf go to school?
James M. Schopf was educated at University of Illinois system[15].
What awards did James M. Schopf receive?
Honors received include Paleontological Society Medal[16].