Richard Caton

Richard Caton was a British scientist known for his pioneering work in physiology and neuroscience during the late 19th century. He is best known for his research on the electrical activity of the brain, particularly in animals. Caton was the first to demonstrate that the brain generates electrical signals, which laid the groundwork for modern electroencephalography (EEG). His findings contributed significantly to our understanding of brain function and helped pave the way for future research in neuroscience and medical diagnostics, influencing how we study brain activity and its relation to various cognitive and neurological disorders.