Alexandra Adler

Austrian neurologist and psychologist

Alexandra Adler - Austrian neurologist and psychologist
Born

September 24th, 1901
123 years ago

Died

2001
24 years ago — 100 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Austria

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Contributed significantly to the fields of neurology and psychology. Specialized in psychological assessment and research related to emotional disorders. Worked extensively on the psychophysical aspects of vision and perception. Held various academic positions and published influential papers that shaped psychological theory and practice. Associated with the development of psychotherapeutic techniques in the early to mid-20th century.

Pioneered work in psychological assessments

Published influential papers on vision and perception

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