Alexander von Humboldt’s contribution to the biomedical sciences and scientific illustration. In observation of his 250th anniversary

Authors

  • Irina Dora Magurean
  • Dan L. Dumitrascu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15386/mpr-1552

Keywords:

Alexander von Humboldt, biomedicine, imaging, morphology

Abstract

Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859) is one of the most prominent Germans. His multidisciplinary activity set standards to science at the beginning of modern era. His personality is celebrated worldwide. The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation in Bonn is still preserving his memory and endorsing research in all the fields. This paper is a historical sketch presenting his contributions to the development of medical sciences and also to the progress of scientific illustrations. We also introduce personalities of the Cluj-Napoca medical school who were fellows of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation.

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Published

2020-01-23

How to Cite

1.
Magurean ID, Dumitrascu DL. Alexander von Humboldt’s contribution to the biomedical sciences and scientific illustration. In observation of his 250th anniversary. Med Pharm Rep [Internet]. 2020 Jan. 23 [cited 2025 Oct. 5];93(1):117-20. Available from: https://medpharmareports.com/index.php/mpr/article/view/1552

Issue

Vol. 93 No. 1 (2020)

Section

History of Medicine and Pharmacy

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