Camillo Golgi

Camillo Golgi was an Italian scientist renowned for his work on the nervous system. He developed a special technique called the Golgi stain, which allowed scientists to see individual neurons (nerve cells) clearly under a microscope by coloring them darkly. His discoveries provided crucial insights into how nerve cells are structured and connected, helping us understand the brain’s wiring. Golgi's work was foundational in neuroscience, earning him the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1906 alongside Santiago Ramón y Cajal. His contributions continue to influence how we study and understand the nervous system today.