Laboratory of Psychology at the University of Berlin

The Laboratory of Psychology at the University of Berlin, founded by Wilhelm Wundt in 1879, is considered the world's first experimental psychology laboratory. It aimed to systematically study human mental processes through controlled experiments, emphasizing measuring sensations, perceptions, and reactions. This laboratory marked the beginning of psychology as an empirical science, focusing on understanding the basic structures of consciousness. It laid the groundwork for scientific inquiry into the mind and influenced psychological research worldwide, promoting a methodical approach that continues to underpin experimental psychology today.