Miroslav Holub
Miroslav Holub
Miroslav Holub (pronunciation: Mee-roh-slav Ho-loob) was a renowned Czech poet and immunologist. His work in both fields has been influential and continues to be studied and appreciated today.
Etymology
The name Miroslav is of Slavic origin, derived from the elements "miru" meaning peace and "slav" meaning glory. Holub means pigeon in Czech.
Biography
Miroslav Holub was born on September 13, 1923, in Plzeň, Czechoslovakia. He studied Biology and Medicine at the Charles University in Prague, and later specialized in Immunology. Holub worked as an Immunologist for the Czech Academy of Sciences.
In addition to his scientific work, Holub was also a prolific poet and writer. His poetry, often influenced by his scientific pursuits, is known for its stark, direct style and exploration of the human condition. His works have been translated into more than 30 languages.
Related Terms
- Immunology: The branch of medicine and biology concerned with immunity.
- Czechoslovakia: A former country in Central Europe that existed from 1918 to 1992.
- Charles University: The oldest and largest university in the Czech Republic.
- Poetry: A form of literature that uses aesthetic and rhythmic qualities of language to evoke meanings in addition to, or in place of, the prosaic ostensible meaning.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Miroslav Holub
- Wikipedia's article - Miroslav Holub
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