Ferrier Lecture

Ferrier Lecture is a prestigious lecture series named in honor of the pioneering neurologist and psychologist, David Ferrier. The lecture series is organized by the Royal Society, a learned society for science, based in the United Kingdom. The Ferrier Lecture is awarded for original contributions to the field of neuroscience.

History[edit | edit source]

The Ferrier Lecture was established in 1928, following a bequest from Lady Ferrier in memory of her husband, David Ferrier. The lecture is delivered triennially (every three years) and is accompanied by a medal and a gift of £2,000.

David Ferrier[edit | edit source]

David Ferrier (1843 – 1928) was a renowned Scottish neurologist and psychologist. He is best known for his pioneering research on the localization of cerebral function. His work significantly contributed to the understanding of the brain and its functions, and he is considered one of the founders of modern neuroscience.

Notable Lecturers[edit | edit source]

Several eminent scientists have delivered the Ferrier Lecture. Some of the notable lecturers include:

Karl Lashley (1948) - Known for his research on the biological basis of memory.
Roger Sperry (1969) - Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1981 for his work on brain lateralization.
Semir Zeki (1995) - Known for his pioneering work on the primate visual brain.

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