Étienne-Jules Marey

Étienne-Jules Marey was a 19th-century French physiologist and inventor known for his pioneering work in capturing motion. He developed devices like the chronophotograph, which allowed him to take multiple sequential photographs of movements, helping to analyze how living beings, particularly animals and humans, moved. His techniques laid the groundwork for modern cinematography and contributed significantly to the fields of biomechanics and motion studies. Marey's innovative approach combined art and science, providing deeper insights into movement and influencing photography and sports science. His legacy remains important in the study of both human and animal locomotion.