Jules Bernard Luys
French neurologist and physician
Born
August 17th, 1828
196 years ago
Died
1897
128 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
France
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Contributed significantly to the field of neurology, focusing on brain anatomy and pathology. Authored multiple works on neurological conditions and their treatment. Introduced the term 'brainstem' and emphasized the importance of studying the brain's various structures. Conducted detailed research on Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders, influencing future studies in the field.
Published important works on brain structure
Introduced the term 'brainstem'
Conducted research on Alzheimer's disease
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