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Paul Emil Flechsig

1847-06-29 – 1929-07-22

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Paul FlechsigCredit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

Paul Emil Flechsig (29 June 1847, Zwickau, Kingdom of Saxony – 22 July 1929, Leipzig) was a German neuroanatomist, psychiatrist and neuropathologist. He is mainly remembered today for his research of myelinogenesis.

Occupation & Career

psychiatrist, anatomist, neuroscientist, university teacher, neurologist, military physician, physician

Education

Leipzig University

Legacy Highlights

Employer

Leipzig University

Organizations & Memberships

Alte Leipziger Landsmannschaft Afrania · German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina · Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences · Saxon Academy of Sciences and Humanities

Education & Institutions

Leipzig University

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q69246 — wikidata View source

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