Rodney Cotterill
Physicist and neuroscientist
Born
September 27th, 1933
91 years ago
Died
2007
18 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Denmark
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A physicist and neuroscientist contributed to the understanding of neural computation and brain function. Advanced theories in cognitive neuroscience and developed models for delayed response tasks. Participated in research that integrated principles from physics into neuroscience, enhancing the comprehension of neural networks. Worked at various academic institutions, focusing on the dynamics of human cognition.
Developed neural network models
Advanced theories in cognitive neuroscience
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