TheBeautifulBrain

Santiago Ramón y Cajal, often referred to as the “father of modern neuroscience,” was a Spanish scientist who played a pivotal role in revealing the pathways, cells, and structure of the brain. Born in 1852, Cajal produced intricate illustrations based on his meticulous observations of brain slices under the microscope. These illustrations led to major discoveries long before neuroimaging technologies were developed. For example, he was the first to recognize that the brain is made up of a vast network of individual neurons, a finding for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1906.

This large-format book showcases 82 of Cajal’s drawings, providing commentary and essays from prominent neuroscientists who celebrate both the scientific value and the pure artistry of his work.

作者简介

LarryW.SwansonistheauthorofBrainArchitecture(2012)andapastPresidentoftheSocietyforNeuroscience.HeisaneuroscientistattheUniversityofSouthernCalifornia.EricA.Newman,AlfonsoAraque,andJanetDubinskyaredistinguishedneuroscientistsattheUniversityofMinnesota.LyndelKingisthedirectorandchiefcuratoroftheFrederickR.WeismanArtMuseum...