Background
Venter, Philippus Abraham was born on June 27, 1947 in Bloemfontein, South Africa. Son of Albertus Johannes and Alvinia Sophia (Lamprecht) Venter.
educator Human geneticist researcher
Venter, Philippus Abraham was born on June 27, 1947 in Bloemfontein, South Africa. Son of Albertus Johannes and Alvinia Sophia (Lamprecht) Venter.
Bachelor of Science, University Orange Free State, South Africa, 1969. Bachelor of Science with honors, University Stellenbosch, South Africa, 1972. Master of Science, University Stellenbosch, South Africa, 1978.
Doctor of Philosophy, University Orange Free State, 1987.
Assistant professional officer, Cape Provincial Administration, 1970-1972; professional officer, Cape Provincial Administration, 1973-1975; senior professional officer, Cape Provincial Administration, 1976-1978; assistant head, Department National Health, 1979-1988; professor, head Department Medical Sciences, University of the North, Sovenga, since 1988; dean Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the North, Sovenga, 1992-1994.
Member South African Human Genetics Society, South African Genetic Society, Community Health Association of Southern Africa.
Married Georeen Annandale, January 10, 1970. Children: Albie, Lizby, George.