Hans Berger
German neurologist and inventor of EEG
Born
May 21st, 1873
152 years ago
Died
June 1st, 1941
84 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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This individual was a German neurologist who focused on the study of brain waves and the electrical activity of the human brain. In 1924, he invented the electroencephalogram (EEG), a technique used to measure electrical activity in the brain. This groundbreaking work significantly advanced neurophysiology and laid the foundation for future research in brain activity monitoring. His contributions have been fundamental in the fields of psychiatry and neurology.
Invented the electroencephalogram (EEG)
Conducted pioneering research in brain waves
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