Warren Abrahamson
Warren G. Abrahamson | |
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| Born | United States |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
| Occupation(s) | Biologist, professor |
| Years active | 1973–2012 |
| Known for | Professor of Biology Emeritus at Bucknell University; Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science |
Warren G. Abrahamson is an American biologist who holds the title of Professor of Biology Emeritus at Bucknell University. He began his tenure at the institution in 1973 as both an educator and researcher, retiring in 2012.
Early life and career
Born to parents Warren and Alice Abrahamson, he completed his studies at the University of Michigan.
In recognition of his exceptional teaching, Abrahamson received the Lindback Award in 1972, followed by The Class of 1956 Lectureship Award a decade later in 1982. His dedication to service was further acknowledged in 1984 when he was honored with the William Dutcher Award from the National Audubon Society for outstanding contributions at the Mid-Atlantic regional level.
In 2008, he was named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Bucknell Greenhouse
During the department’s relocation from the Botany Building around 1990, Abrahamson played a key role in designing the Bucknell Biology Greenhouse. Situated on the fourth floor of the Robert L. Rooke Science Center, he developed a self-guided tour for visitors. The greenhouse was originally maintained by Julia Knickerbocker at the Botany Building, followed by Dr. Mark Spiro, who currently serves as Associate Professor of Biology and director of Bucknell Farm. Since 2022, Tasha Hall has been responsible for its care.
Following Abrahamson’s retirement in 2012, Dr. Chris Martine took over his position.
Personal life
Abrahamson lives with his spouse Chris on Shamokin Mountain near Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. Their daughter Jill died in 2017 at the age of 44.