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[The national biography - a comprehensive research project].

A Makela-Alitalo

    Hippokrates (Helsinki, Finland)
    |October 20, 2001
    PubMed
    Summary

    This project compiles 6000 Finnish biographies from the Middle Ages to the present, covering influential figures in politics, arts, and medicine. It also highlights women's history and provides an online version for broader accessibility.

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    Area of Science:

    • History
    • Biography
    • Cultural Studies

    Background:

    • Initiated by the Finnish Historical Society in 1993 due to rising interest in biographies.
    • Aims to publish 6000 Finnish biographies across 11-12 volumes, with initial articles released online in 1997 and print in 2000.

    Observation:

    • Covers influential figures in politics, economy, church, art, and sport (20-30 pages per article).
    • Includes shorter articles on individuals representing past daily life and extraordinary figures of interest.
    • Features 17th-century witches as examples of both typical historical figures and exceptional individuals, noting parallels with modern alternative medicine.

    Findings:

    • Dedicated focus on women's history, constituting approximately 15% of the articles.
    • Includes prominent figures in medical history from the 16th century onwards, encompassing physicians, professors, scientists, practitioners, administrators, and healers.

    Implications:

    • The National Biography project offers a comprehensive digital resource accessible via the internet.
    • Provides insights into historical societal structures, influential individuals, and the evolution of various professions, including medicine and women's roles.

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