Carl Wernicke

German neuropathologist and researcher

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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