Sigmund Exner
Austrian physiologist and psychophysicist
Born
April 5th, 1846
178 years ago
Died
1926
99 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Austria
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Austrian physiologist focused on experimental psychology and sensory physiology. Contributed extensively to the field of psychophysics. Developed methods to study sensory perception and reaction times. Served as a professor at the University of Vienna, where research and teaching influenced a generation of students in the fields of psychology and physiology. Investigated the interplay between sensory stimuli and human perception, advancing the understanding of psychological processes.
Developed methods in psychophysics
Contributed to experimental psychology
Served as a professor at University of Vienna
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