George Francis Atkinson

George Francis Atkinson (January 26, 1854 – November 14, 1918) was an American botanist and mycologist.: 6–8 He was born on January 26, 1854, in Raisinville, Michigan, and died on November 14, 1918. He was the son of Joseph and Josephine Atkinson (née Fish). He studied at Olivet College from 1878 to 1883 and obtained his bachelor's degree from Cornell University in 1885. He is best known for his contributions to the fields of mycology and botany.