Sophus Torup

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Sophus Torup

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Sophus Torup's Degrees

• Doctorate Physiology University of Copenhagen

Why Is Sophus Torup Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Sophus Carl Frederik Torup was a Danish physiologist who settled in Norway. He was born in Nykøbing in Falster, Denmark, to Jacob Møller Torup and Gregerssine Juliane Marie Simonsen. He was appointed professor in physiology at the University of Oslo from 1889 to 1931. Among his research interests were hematology and nutrition. He made contributed as advicor to polar expeditions, and the Torupa Island, adjacent to Karl-Alexander Island in Franz Josef Land, is named after Torup. He was decorated Knight, First Class of the Order of St. Olav in 1900, and was Commander of the Order of Dannebrog.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Sophus Torup?

Sophus Torup is affiliated with the following schools:

• University of Oslo
• University of Copenhagen