Dr. Paul Langer

Dr. Paul Langerhans was a German pathologist and biologist who, in 1869, discovered clusters of cells in the pancreas now known as the Langerhans islets. These tiny groups of cells are essential because they produce hormones like insulin, which regulate blood sugar levels. His work helped deepen understanding of how the pancreas controls metabolism and paved the way for advancements in diabetes research and treatment. Langerhans’s discoveries remain fundamental in medical science, highlighting the complexity and importance of pancreatic functions in overall health.