Emil du Bois-Reymond
Emil Heinrich du Bois-Reymond (7 November 1818 – 26 December 1896) was a German physiologist, the co-discoverer of nerve action potential, and the developer of experimental electrophysiology. His lectures on science and culture earned him great esteem during the latter half of the 19th century.
Emil du Bois-Reymond | |
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| Born | Emil Heinrich du Bois-Reymond 7 November 1818 |
| Died | 26 December 1896 (aged 78) Berlin, Germany |
| Nationality | German |
| Alma mater | University of Berlin |
| Known for | Nerve action potential |
| Spouse(s) | Jeannette du Bois-Reymond, née Claude |
| Children | 9 |
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| Doctoral advisor | Johannes Müller |
| Other academic advisors | Karl Bogislaus Reichert, Heinrich Wilhelm Dove, Gustav Magnus |
| Notable students | William James |
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