Auguste Forel | |
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| Born | 1 September 1848 Morges, Switzerland |
| Died | 27 July 1931 (aged 82) Yvorne, Switzerland |
| Alma mater | University of Zurich 1866–; |
| Known for | Contributions to sexology and myrmecology |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Myrmecology Neuroanatomist Psychiatrist |
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Auguste-Henri Forel (French pronunciation: [oɡyst ɑ̃ʁi fɔʁɛl]; 1 September 1848 – 27 July 1931) was a Swiss myrmecologist, neuroanatomist, psychiatrist and eugenicist,[1] 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.[2][3] Forel is also known for his early contributions to sexology and psychology.[4] From 1978 until 2000 Forel's image appeared on the 1000 Swiss franc banknote.