Da Vinci was convinced that science needs painting and painting needs science.
Descartes viewed the body and soul as separate entities within humans that interact in the brain.
John Eccles disproved his own theories. In doing so, he helped to elucidate synaptic transmission.
Vesalius replaced belief in authority with empiricism – and taught others about the structure of the body.
In the 17th century, Thomas Willis produced the most accurate studies of the nervous system to date.
Niels Birbaumer is one of the most renowned neuroscientists. Here, he talks about BCIs, psychopaths, his youth, the allegations of research misconduct, and much more—in short, his life.
