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Sherburne CookAmerican physiologist.
Date of Birth: 31.12.1896
Country:  USA |
Content:
- S. F. Cook: Pioneer in Physiology, Anthropology, and Archeology
- Physiological Research
- Anthropological Studies
- Archeological Contributions
- Controversial Legacy
S. F. Cook: Pioneer in Physiology, Anthropology, and Archeology
Education and Early CareerSamuel Fuller Cook was an American physiologist who made significant contributions to anthropology and archeology. He graduated from Harvard University and served in France during World War I.
Physiological Research
In 1925, Cook earned a doctorate from Harvard with a dissertation on the toxicity of heavy metals when inhaled. He joined the University of California, Berkeley, in 1928 as a professor of physiology. He served as dean of the department and retired in 1966.
Anthropological Studies
Cook was also a renowned anthropologist specializing in Native American studies. He conducted extensive research on the population of pre-Columbian California and central Mexico. His work sought to estimate population size and analyze the reasons for the decline of Native American population numbers.
Archeological Contributions
Cook was instrumental in establishing quantitative analysis in archeology. He developed methods to quantify archaeological data, including the use of ceramic analysis to estimate population size.
Controversial Legacy
Cook's work has been subject to criticism. Some scholars have questioned the accuracy of his population estimates, which were often higher than those of other researchers. Despite these criticisms, Cook's contributions to physiology, anthropology, and archeology remain significant.
