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News News items Call for Papers: The Swansong of Self-taught Scientists The CNHS-NCGW is organising a symposium on 18 March at the KBR on the self-made scientist in the long nineteenth century, with the Houzeau de Lehaie brothers as leading examples. The CNHS symposium will examine the training, practices, works, social networks, and philosophical and political views of self-made scientists, some of whom gained national or international recognition. Proposals can still be submitted until 25 January 2025. More info and contact details via the link below. Continue reading > digital: cultuurgeschiedenis.be Our partner website cultuurgeschiedenis.be has recently been redesigned. The ideal opportunity to scroll through all kinds of blog entries on medical history, historiography and related branches of the history of science once more. Discover the new website via this link. Continue reading >

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