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== Early Life ==
John Burdon Sanderson Haldane, commonly known as J.B.S. Haldane, was born on November 5, 1892, in Oxford, England. His father, [[John Scott Haldane|John Scott Haldane]], was a renowned physiologist, and his mother, Louisa Kathleen Trotter, was a descendant of Scottish nobility. Haldane's early education was largely conducted at home, under the guidance of his parents and private tutors. This unconventional education fostered an early interest in the natural sciences, particularly [[Biology|biology]] and [[Genetics|genetics]].

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== Education and Early Career ==
Haldane attended [[Eton College|Eton]] and later, [[New College, Oxford|New College, Oxford]], where he studied classics and mathematics. However, his interest in genetics led him to pursue a career in the biological sciences. After serving in the [[World War I|First World War]], Haldane returned to Oxford to work on genetics and biochemistry. His early work focused on the mathematical basis of evolutionary biology, a field that would later be known as [[Population Genetics|population genetics]].

== Contributions to Science ==
Haldane's most significant contributions to science were in the field of population genetics. He was one of the first scientists to apply statistical methods to the study of genetic evolution, leading to the development of the [[Modern Synthesis|modern evolutionary synthesis]]. Haldane also made important contributions to the field of [[Enzymology|enzymology]], including the development of the first mathematical models of enzyme action.

Haldane's work in population genetics laid the groundwork for the development of the [[Hardy-Weinberg Principle|Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium]], a fundamental principle in population genetics. He also proposed the concept of [[Genetic Linkage|genetic linkage]], which describes the tendency of certain genes to be inherited together.

== Later Life and Death ==
In the later years of his life, Haldane developed an interest in [[Socialism|socialism]] and moved to India, where he became a naturalized citizen. He continued his scientific work at the [[Indian Statistical Institute|Indian Statistical Institute]] in Kolkata. Haldane died on December 1, 1964, in Bhubaneswar, India.

== Legacy ==
Haldane's work has had a profound impact on the field of biology. His contributions to population genetics and enzymology have shaped our understanding of genetic evolution and biochemical processes. His work continues to influence current research in these fields.

== See Also ==
* [[Population Genetics]]
* [[Modern Synthesis]]
* [[Hardy-Weinberg Principle]]
* [[Genetic Linkage]]
* [[Indian Statistical Institute]]

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