William Batt (doctor) facts for kids
William Batt (1744–1812) was an English doctor, scientist, and plant expert. He was known for his work in medicine, chemistry, and botany.
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William Batt's Early Life and Education
William Batt was born in Collingbourne, Wiltshire, England, on June 18, 1744. He started his studies at Oxford University.
After Oxford, he went to medical schools in London. He then traveled to Montpellier in France, where he earned his doctor's degree in 1770. He also studied in Leyden (now Leiden) in the Netherlands in 1771.
Life in Genoa
After finishing his studies, William Batt returned to England. However, because of his health, he later moved to Genoa, Italy. There, he became a very busy doctor.
In 1774, he was chosen to be a professor of chemistry at the University of Genoa. Before he arrived, chemistry was not a popular subject there. But after he started teaching, many students came to his classes.
Batt's Other Interests
Besides chemistry, William Batt was also very interested in botany, which is the study of plants. He collected many rare and unusual plants.
People in Genoa respected him greatly. He was known for his wide knowledge and his desire to help others.
Helping During an Epidemic
In 1800, a serious illness spread through Genoa. William Batt worked tirelessly to care for the sick. His dedication during this difficult time made the people of Genoa admire him even more.
He left his teaching job in 1787 because he needed to visit England for a long time. William Batt passed away in Genoa on February 9, 1812.
