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Thomas Graham Brown
(1882 - 1965)
Scottish mountaineer and physiologist
Scottish mountaineer and physiologist
Scottish physiologist and mountaineer known for research on neural control of movement and alpine achievements.
Thomas Graham Brown was a Scottish medical doctor, physiologist, and pioneering mountaineer. He conducted seminal research on the neurological mechanisms of locomotion at the University of Edinburgh. Brown was an avid climber and made important first ascents in the Alps, demonstrating innovative techniques. His dual passions for science and adventure influenced both his academic publications and mountaineering memoirs. He taught physiology for many years, inspiring students in both medicine and exploration. Brown passed away in 1965, leaving a legacy that bridged scientific inquiry and high-altitude exploration.
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Thomas Graham Brown