Otto Emil Plath
- Born:
- April 13, 1885, Grabow, Germany
- Died:
- November 5, 1940, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Nationality:
- American (German-born)
- Profession(s):
- Entomologist, Professor of Biology, Author
Early Life and Education
- Emigrated to the United States in 1900.
- Attended Northwestern College in Wisconsin.
- Earned a Master of Science degree from the University of Washington.
- Received a Sc.D. from Harvard University in 1928.
Career and Major Achievements
- Professor of Biology at Boston University.
- Specialized in bumblebees and their social behavior.
- Published extensively on entomology, particularly bumblebees.
- Contributed significantly to the field of apiculture.
Notable Works
- Bumblebees and Their Ways (1934) - A comprehensive study of bumblebee behavior.
- Numerous scientific articles published in entomological journals.
- Material collected for a never-finished book. The absence of Otto Plath later became a focus of interest for readers seeking an understanding of father sylvia plath biography pdf perspectives.
Legacy and Impact
Otto Plath's research on bumblebees significantly advanced the field of entomology. His work remains a valuable resource for entomologists and those interested in social insect behavior. He is also remembered as the father of poet Sylvia Plath, whose work explored themes related to their complex relationship and his early death.