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Robert Brown (1773-1858), Scottish botanist. Brown, who travelled on an expedition to Australia, spent years working on plant taxonomy, establishing the classification of two major divisions of plants (gymnosperms and angiosperms). He also observed an essential part of living cells, which he named the nucleus. His famous 1827 observation of erratic motion by pollen grains in water (Brownian motion) was later explained as evidence for the existence of molecules. Brown became the first Keeper of the Botanical Department at the British Museum. This oil portrait, from circa 1845, is held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK
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This oil portrait captures the essence of Robert Brown, a renowned British botanist whose contributions to the field of plant taxonomy and cell biology are still celebrated today. Born in Scotland in 1773, Brown embarked on an expedition to Australia where he dedicated years to studying and classifying plants, ultimately establishing the classification of gymnosperms and angiosperms. However, it was his groundbreaking observation in 1827 that truly solidified his place in scientific history. Through meticulous examination of pollen grains suspended in water, Brown noticed their erratic motion - a phenomenon now known as Brownian motion. This discovery provided evidence for the existence of molecules and greatly influenced our understanding of molecular physics. In addition to his botanical achievements, Brown also identified an essential component within living cells which he aptly named the nucleus. His pioneering work earned him recognition as one of the foremost scientists of his time. The oil painting itself dates back to circa 1845 and is held at London's prestigious Natural History Museum. It portrays a distinguished-looking man with piercing eyes who gazes directly at the viewer. The artwork serves as a testament to both Brown's intellectual prowess and enduring legacy within the scientific community. As the first Keeper of Botany at the British Museum, Robert Brown left an indelible mark on botanical research while contributing significantly to our understanding of cellular structures and molecular behavior.
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