Torsten Wiesel
Neurophysiologist and Nobel laureate
A Swedish neurophysiologist focused on sensory processing in the visual system. Contributed significantly to understanding how the brain processes visual information, particularly through studies on the visual cortex and its role in perception. Wiesel held various academic positions and collaborated with other researchers to advance the field of neuroscience. The collaborative work with David Hubel led to groundbreaking insights in visual neurophysiology. The contributions were recognized globally, culminating in the awarding of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1981.
Won Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1981
Conducted pioneering research on visual processing
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