Jay Traver

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Jay Traver (1894–1974) was an American parasitologist and entomologist known for her contributions to the field of parasitology and her work on parasitic insects. She was a professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and is recognized for her research on lice and mites.

Early life and education[edit | edit source]

Jay Traver was born in 1894 in New York. She received her Bachelor's degree from Cornell University in 1916, and her Master's degree from the same institution in 1918. She then went on to earn her Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University in 1926.

Career[edit | edit source]

Traver began her career as a research assistant at the New York State Museum in 1916. She then worked as a research associate at the American Museum of Natural History from 1926 to 1930. In 1930, she joined the faculty of the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she remained until her retirement in 1964.

During her career, Traver made significant contributions to the field of parasitology. She is best known for her research on lice and mites, particularly the role these parasites play in the transmission of diseases. Her work has been influential in the field and continues to be cited by researchers today.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Jay Traver's contributions to the field of parasitology have been recognized with several awards and honors. She was a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and a member of the Entomological Society of America. Her work continues to be influential in the field of parasitology.

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