The giant of thought. On the 200th anniversary of Hermann Ludwig Ferdinand von Helmholtz
Abstract
With this article, the Journal is commemorating the 200th anniversary of Hermann von Helmholtz, the genius scientist of the 19th century. The article outlines the main facts of his biography, and discusses the major areas of his activity in a variety of branches of science, testifying the versatility of his talent. Special attention is given to Helmholtz’ contribution into the development of ophthalmology. The importance of his collaboration with prominent researchers of his time, including those descending from Russia, is emphasized.
About the Authors
V. V. Neroev
Helmholtz National Medical Research Center of Eye Diseases
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Dr. of Med. Sci., Professor, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Director
14/19, Sadovaya-Chernogryazskaya St., Moscow, 105062, Russia
E. N. Orlova
Helmholtz National Medical Research Center of Eye Diseases
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Cand. of Med. Sci., scientific secretary, senior researcher
14/19, Sadovaya-Chernogryazskaya St., Moscow, 105062, Russia
O. V. Khramova
Helmholtz National Medical Research Center of Eye Diseases
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Head of library of science and medicine
14/19, Sadovaya-Chernogryazskaya St., Moscow, 105062, Russia
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For citations:
Neroev V.V., Orlova E.N., Khramova O.V. The giant of thought. On the 200th anniversary of Hermann Ludwig Ferdinand von Helmholtz. Russian Ophthalmological Journal. 2021;14(3):136-139. (In Russ.)
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