Endre Mester

Endre Mester (1903–1984) was a Hungarian physician, surgeon, and scientist. He is often referred to as the "father of photobiomodulation" due to his pioneering work in the field of low-level laser therapy (LLLT).

Early life and education

Mester was born in Budapest, Hungary, in 1903. He studied medicine at the Semmelweis University, where he later became a professor of surgery.

Career

In 1967, Mester conducted a series of experiments using a low-powered ruby laser to treat non-healing skin ulcers on mice. He discovered that the laser light stimulated hair growth and improved wound healing, a phenomenon he termed "photobiomodulation". This was the first demonstration of the therapeutic effects of low-level laser therapy, which is now used in a wide range of medical applications, including pain management, wound healing, and the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.

Mester went on to establish the Laser Research Center at Semmelweis University, where he continued his research into the therapeutic applications of laser light. His work has had a significant impact on the field of biophotonics, and he is considered a pioneer in the use of lasers in medicine.

Legacy

Mester's work has had a profound impact on the field of photobiomodulation and low-level laser therapy. His research has paved the way for the development of new treatments for a variety of medical conditions, and his contributions to the field are still recognized today.

See also

• Photobiomodulation
• Low-level laser therapy
• Biophotonics