2.3 nsci in renaissance

Question 1

major scientists?

Answer 1

LDV, descartes, willis

Question 2

main ideas?

Answer 2

cardiocentrism -> brain structure

Question 3

leonardo da vinci?

Answer 3

accurate illustrations of human neuroanatomy

Question 4

rene descartes?

Answer 4

dualism:
brain and mind are separate, connected by pineal gland (commander of mental activity)

bodily functions are mechanical processes

Question 5

thomas willis?

Answer 5

cerebellum: involuntary functions

cerebrum: higher functions + voluntary functions (memory is function of convolutions in cerebrum)

identified brain vasculature (circle of willis)