Wilhelm von Waldeyer

Wilhelm von Waldeyer (1836–1921) was a German anatomist known for his significant contributions to neuroanatomy. He is best known for identifying and describing the "neuron," the fundamental cell of the nervous system, and for coining the term "chromosome," which are structures in cells that carry genetic information. His work helped shape our understanding of how the nervous system is organized and how genetic information is passed. Waldeyer's research laid foundational knowledge in both anatomy and genetics, influencing modern biology and medicine.