Roger Wolcott Sperry
Psychologist, Biologist, Nobel Laureate
Born
August 20th, 1913
111 years ago
Died
April 17th, 1994
31 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A psychologist and biologist whose research contributed to the understanding of the lateralization of brain function. Worked extensively with split-brain patients, demonstrating how each hemisphere of the brain has specialized functions. Conducted experiments that illustrated how the two hemispheres communicate differently, providing insights into cognitive processes. Received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1981 for his findings, sharing the prize with David H. Hubel and Torsten N. Wiesel. His work laid foundational knowledge in neuropsychology and the study of brain mechanisms.
Conducted pivotal research on split-brain patients
Received the 1981 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
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