Richard L. Caton

Richard L. Caton was a pioneering American physiologist known for his work on the electrical activity of the brain. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, he conducted experiments measuring brain waves, contributing to understanding how the brain functions and communicates internally. His research laid foundational knowledge for modern neurophysiology and helped develop techniques used to study brain activity today, such as electroencephalography (EEG). Caton’s work advanced the scientific understanding of the brain's electrical signals, influencing fields like neurology and psychology.