Josephine Tilden | |
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 Tilden as part of a survey team | |
| Born | Josephine Elizabeth Tilden March 24, 1869 Davenport, Iowa, US |
| Died | May 15, 1957 (aged 88) Florida, US |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | University of Minnesota |
| Occupation(s) | Researcher and academic |
| Employer | University of Minnesota |
| Known for | Algology and travel |
Josephine Elizabeth Tilden (March 24, 1869 – May 15, 1957) was an American expert on pacific algae. She was the first woman scientist employed by the University of Minnesota. Tilden established a research station in British Columbia which lasted only until 1906. When Tilden became an assistant Professor in 1903, she was the first female scientist employed by the University of Minnesota.[1] In 1910, despite not having a doctorate, Tilden was promoted to full professor.
Tilden traveled widely and particularly around the Pacific Ocean to collect unusual samples of flora. Tilden also created an important collection of algae which she took from the university and kept in her house for further study after she retired.
- ^ Brady, Tim (January 2008). "The Algae of Acrimony". Minnesota. Archived from the original on 5 March 2016. Retrieved 20 August 2015.