Alois Alzheimer
German psychiatrist and neuropathologist
Born
June 14th, 1864
161 years ago
Died
December 19th, 1915
109 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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A prominent psychiatrist and neuropathologist contributed significantly to the understanding of dementia. Conducted research on a patient named Auguste D, which led to the identification of a specific type of dementia later named Alzheimer's disease. The groundbreaking case included detailed observations and autopsy findings that established a link between clinical symptoms and neurodegenerative changes in the brain. Published findings in 1906, which laid the foundation for future research in the field of neurology and psychiatry.
Identified Alzheimer's disease and symptoms
Published findings in 1906
Detailed observations on dementia
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