Thomas Stoltz Harvey

American pathologist famous for autopsy work

Thomas Stoltz Harvey - American pathologist famous for autopsy work
Born

1912
113 years ago

Died

April 5th, 2007
18 years ago — 95 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Contributed to the field of pathology through work on the autopsy of Albert Einstein. Conducted the autopsy at Princeton Hospital, where significant findings regarding Einstein's brain were made. Preserved and studied Einstein's brain for decades, which led to various investigations into aspects of brain anatomy. Published findings that prompted further research into neuroanatomy and gifted intelligence.

Performed the autopsy of Albert Einstein

Preserved Einstein's brain for study

Published research on brain anatomy

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