Auguste Forel
Auguste-Henri Forel (French pronunciation: [oɡyst ɑ̃ʁi fɔʁɛl]; 1 September 1848 – 27 July 1931) was a Swiss myrmecologist, neuroanatomist, psychiatrist and eugenicist, notable for his investigations into the structure of the human brain and that of ants. He is considered a co-founder of the neuron theory. Forel is also known for his early contributions to sexology and psychology. From 1978 until 2000 Forel's image appeared on the 1000 Swiss franc banknote.
Auguste Forel | |
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Forel c. 1900 | |
| Born | 1 September 1848 Morges, Switzerland |
| Died | 27 July 1931 (aged 82) Yvorne, Switzerland |
| Alma mater | University of Zurich 1866–; |
| Known for | Contributions to sexology and myrmecology |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Myrmecology Neuroanatomist Psychiatrist |
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