Korbinian Brodmann
Neurologist known for brain mapping
Born
November 17th, 1868
156 years ago
Died
August 22nd, 1918
106 years ago — 49 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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Contributed significantly to neuroscience through the development of a cytoarchitectonic map of the human brain. The classification, known as Brodmann areas, identified 52 distinct regions based on differences in cellular structure. Worked in various academic institutions, primarily focusing on the anatomical structure of the cerebral cortex. Published influential research that laid the groundwork for modern brain studies and neuroanatomy.
Developed Brodmann areas classification
Mapped 52 distinct regions of the brain
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