Karl Stephan E. Albrecht (Albrecht von Haller)

Karl Stephan E. Albrecht, also known as Albrecht von Haller, was a Swiss physician, anatomist, and physiologist born in 1708. He is considered a founding figure in modern physiology, studying how the human body and its systems—like the nervous and muscular systems—work. Haller made important discoveries about nerve functions, muscle contractions, and the circulatory system. His research helped bridge the gap between anatomy (structure) and physiology (function), laying the groundwork for future medical advancements. He is recognized for his meticulous experiments and contributions to understanding how the body operates, which remain influential in medicine today.