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Joseph WilbrandGerman forensic scientist
Date of Birth: 06.11.1811
Country:  Germany |
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Hermann Wilbrand
Hermann Wilbrand was born into a renowned family of medical professionals. His father, Johann Bernhard Wilbrand, was a German physician, and his uncle, Ferdinand von Ritgen, was a pioneer in obstetrics.
Education and Career
Wilbrand studied medicine at the University of Gießen under the guidance of his father and uncle. In 1833, he earned his doctorate from the university. He became an extraordinary professor in 1840 and an ordinary professor in 1843, serving in this position until his retirement in 1888.
Publications
Wilbrand published several influential textbooks, including "Anatomy and Physiology of the Central Structures of the Nervous System" (1840) and "Textbook of Forensic Psychology for Physicians and Lawyers" (1858). However, he is best known for his early work "Contributions to the Evaluation of the Medicinal Effects of Creosote" (1834), in which he advocated for the use of creosote to treat scrofula.
Later Works
In his later years, Wilbrand focused on broader topics in medicine and philosophy. He authored "On the Ages of Man and the Duration of Human Life" (1876) and "On the Essence of Man from a Forensic-Medical Perspective" (1882).
Legacy
Hermann Wilbrand made significant contributions to the fields of medicine and forensic psychology. His work on creosote as a treatment for scrofula was groundbreaking, and his writings on human behavior and lifespan continue to influence scholars today. As the father of the discoverer of trinitrotoluene (TNT), Julius Wilbrand, his legacy extends well beyond his own accomplishments.
