title: Birth of the life sciences in Spain and Portugal.
abstract: For many centuries, Spain and Portugal were occupied by various nations. The consequent mixing of cultures formed a unique environment in which to do science.
mesh_terms: D001690:Biological Science Disciplines / Q000266:history*; D049668:History, 15th Century; D049669:History, 16th Century; D049670:History, 17th Century; D049671:History, 18th Century; D049672:History, 19th Century; D049673:History, 20th Century; D049690:History, Ancient; D049691:History, Medieval; D009445:Neuroanatomy / Q000266:history; D011174:Portugal; D013030:Spain