Ragnar Granit

Neuroscientist and Nobel Prize laureate

Ragnar Granit - Scientists & Innovators born October 30th, 1900
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A prominent neuroscientist, made significant contributions to the understanding of the physiology of the retina and the mechanisms of visual perception. Worked at various research institutions and held academic positions during a distinguished career. In 1967, awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine jointly for research on the function of the retina and the physiological role of different types of photoreceptors.

Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1967

Conducted groundbreaking research on retinal physiology

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