Eduard Hitzig
German neurologist and psychiatrist
Born
Died
1907
118 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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A prominent German neurologist and psychiatrist, contributions to the understanding of brain function through experimentation on animals and patients were significant. Hitzig conducted groundbreaking work in the field of electrostimulation of the brain, which laid the foundation for modern neurology. His collaboration with Gustav Fritsch resulted in the discovery of the cortical motor areas, leading to advances in neurosurgery and treatment of neurological disorders. He published several works on mental illnesses and neurology, influencing future research and clinical practices.
Conducted pioneering research on brain stimulation
Co-discovered the cortical motor areas with Fritsch
Authored important texts on neurology and psychiatry
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