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Alfred Wilhelm Volkmann

1801-07-01 – 1877-04-21

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Alfred Wilhelm Volkmann (1801–1877), German physiologistCredit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

Alfred Wilhelm Volkmann (German: [ˈfɔlkman]; 1 July 1801 – 21 April 1877) was a German physiologist, anatomist, and philosopher. He specialized in the study of the nervous and optic system.

Occupation & Career

physiologist, anatomist, university teacher, physician

Education

Leipzig University; Sächsisches Landesgymnasium Sankt Afra zu Meißen

Legacy Highlights

Employer

Imperial University of Dorpat · Leipzig University · Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg

Organizations & Memberships

Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities · German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina · Göttingen Academy of Sciences and Humanities in Lower Saxony · Saxon Academy of Sciences and Humanities

Education & Institutions

Leipzig University · Sächsisches Landesgymnasium Sankt Afra zu Meißen

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q70792 — wikidata View source

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