Paul K. H. K. Weiskrantz

Paul K. H. K. Weiskrantz was a renowned British neuroscientist and psychologist specializing in memory and brain function. He is best known for his research on how brain damage affects memory, particularly his work on patients with amnesia. Weiskrantz's studies helped clarify the roles of different brain regions in memory processes, especially the importance of the hippocampus. His research advanced understanding of how memories are formed, stored, and retrieved, contributing significantly to cognitive neuroscience. Throughout his career, he combined experimental studies with clinical observations, shaping modern approaches to understanding memory disorders.