Korbinian Brodmann

Neurologist known for brain mapping

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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