Carl Wernicke
German neuropathologist and researcher
Born
May 15th, 1848
177 years ago
Died
1905
120 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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Contributed significantly to the understanding of the brain, particularly in the area of language and speech. Identified Wernicke's area, a region of the brain associated with language comprehension. Developed the Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome classification, linking thiamine deficiency to neurological problems. Published various papers on neurology and was influential in the development of modern neuroscience.
Identified Wernicke's area in the brain
Classified Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome
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