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George A. Mashour

George A. Mashour is a renowned anesthesiologist and neuroscientist who studies how the brain works during anesthesia and sleep. His research aims to better understand consciousness and develop safer anesthesia practices. He explores how brain activity changes when we are unconscious, helping improve medical care and addresses questions about how consciousness arises. Mashour’s work bridges neuroscience and clinical practice, advancing knowledge on brain function, consciousness, and patient safety during surgical procedures.