John Eccles
John Eccles (1903-1997) was an Australian neurophysiologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1963 for his discoveries concerning the ionic mechanisms involved in excitation and inhibition in the peripheral and central portions of the nerve cell membrane. His pioneering research provided significant insights into the functioning of the nervous system and has had lasting impacts on neuroscience. Eccles was also known for his philosophical writings on the relationship between mind and brain, often reflecting his deep Catholic faith.
Born on Jan 27, 1903 (122 years old)
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John Eccles was a Catholic Nobel Prize winner who demonstrated the harmony between faith and reason.
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