Gregor Mendel
1822–1884 — Austria
Era: Modern
Brilliance: 9/10 | Stewardship: 8/10 | Composite Index: 72
He cracked the code of life in a garden.
"My time will come."
Biography
Augustinian friar who analyzed 28,000 pea plants over 8 years. Derived the fundamental laws of inheritance. Published in 1866 — completely ignored for 34 years. Papers burned after death. Rediscovered in 1900.
Key Facts
- Analyzed 28,000 pea plants over 8 years
- Published 1866; ignored for 34 years
- Papers burned after his death
- Rediscovered in 1900
- Now called the father of genetics
The world burned his papers. Then named a science after him.
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