Scientists born on February 12

Take a focused look at the scientists born on February 12. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1809 Charles Darwin

  Charles Darwin was an English naturalist, geologist, and biologist, renowned for his contributions to the science of evolution. His theory of natural selection, as presented in his seminal work 'On the Origin of Species,' profoundly influenced the understanding of how species evolve over time. [bio]