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Auguste Forel

September 1, 1848 – July 27, 1931

Swiss myrmecologist, neuroanatomist and psychiatrist (1848–1931)

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Auguste-Henri Forel was a Swiss myrmecologist, neuroanatomist, psychiatrist and former 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.

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  • Birthday · September 1
  • Anniversary · July 27

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