The Scientific, Didactic, Cultural and Social Legacy of prof. dr. Ioan Borcea (1879–1936)

Abstract

This paper is a homage to Professor Ioan Borcea – one of the most brilliant personalities of the Romanian biology at the beginning of the 20th century – on the 145th anniversary of his birth. His various scientific, teaching, and public achievements are highlighted. Though Ioan Borcea is mostly known as the founder of the marine research in Romania, he made significant contributions to various biological fields, such as zoology, biogeography, ecology, entomology, general biology, or environmental protection. Undoubtebly, his most remarkable achievement is the creation of the first marine research institution in Romania in 1926. The distinguished Romanian zoologist is also credited for laying the foundations of an excellent school of Zoology at the University of Iași.

Keywords

• ioan borcea
• university of iași
• marine biological station of agigea
• marine biology
• entomology
• zoology