Howard T. Odum
Howard Thomas Odum (also known as Tom or just H.T.) (1924–2002) was an American ecologist. He is known for his pioneering work on ecosystem ecology, and for his provocative proposals for additional laws of thermodynamics, informed by his work on general systems theory.
Read more about Howard T. Odum: Biography, Work: An Overview, Ecosystem Ecology and Systems Ecology, Ecological Economics, Ecological Engineering, General Systems Theory, Literature
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