Joseph S. Nelson
- For other people named Joseph Nelson, see Joseph Nelson (disambiguation)
Joseph Schieser Nelson | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 12, 1937 |
| Died | August 9, 2011 (aged 74) |
| Alma mater | University of Alberta, University of British Columbia |
| Known for | Ichthyology, Fishes of the World |
| Spouse | Claudine Nelson |
| Awards | Alberta Centennial Medal (2006) |
| Scientific career | |
| Institutions | Department of Biological Sciences, University of Alberta |
| Doctoral advisor | Dr. C.C. Lindsey |
| Other academic advisors | Dr. J.R. Nursall |
| Author abbrev. (zoology) | Nelson |
Joseph (Joe) Schieser Nelson (April 12, 1937 – August 9, 2011) was an American ichthyologist. He is best known for the book Fishes of the World (1st edition 1976, 4th edition 2006), which is the standard reference in fish systematics and evolution.
Nelson obtained his PhD from University of British Columbia in 1965.[1] He retired in 2002 from the University of Alberta where he made most of his career; he continued to hold position as a Professor Emeritus and stayed scientifically active until his final years.[2]
Outside academia, Nelson was a black belt in karate.[3]
Legacy
Species described by Nelson:
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Species named after Nelson:[1]
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References
- ^ a b "Joseph S. Nelson". University of Alberta. 07/11/2011. Retrieved 19 May 2012.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) (home page at the University of Alberta; includes list of publications) - ^ Heiko Bleher (October 2011). "Orbituary Joseph Schieser Nelson". aqua, International Journal of Ichthyology. Retrieved 19 May 2012.
- ^ Lana Cuthbertson (August 15, 2011). "Joseph Nelson Taught the World about Fish". University of Alberta Museums. Retrieved 19 May 2012.
