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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