Donald O. Hebb
Canadian psychologist and academic
Born
1904
121 years ago
Died
August 20th, 1985
40 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Canada
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Contributed significantly to the fields of psychology and neuroscience. Developed the theory of Hebbian learning, which describes how neuronal pathways strengthen through repeated activation. Worked at McGill University, where served as a professor and director of the psychology department. Authored influential publications, including 'The Organization of Behavior' in 1949, which is considered a foundational work in neuropsychology. Advocated for the integration of psychology and biological science.
Developed the theory of Hebbian learning
Authored 'The Organization of Behavior'
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