Kölliker
Wilhelm His, Jr., commonly known as **Kölliker**, was a German anatomist and physiologist born on January 22, 1861, in Basel, Switzerland, though he is often associated with Germany due to his academic career. He was the son of Wilhelm His, Sr., a renowned anatomist, and studied under his father before continuing his education in Leipzig and Berlin. His work primarily focused on the microscopic anatomy of tissues, particularly the nervous system, and his contributions advanced the understanding of cellular structures.
Kölliker’s most notable research involved the study of the cerebellum and the development of the nervous system.
Beyond his scientific contributions, Kölliker was a prolific educator, teaching at the University of Leipzig and
Kölliker died on February 1, 1947, in Basel, leaving behind a legacy as a key figure in