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Alexander Monro (Secundus)

1733 - 1817

Alexander Monro (Secondus)
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Alexander Monro (Secondus)

Anatomist. Monro succeeded his father, another Alexander (1697 - 1767), as Professor of Anatomy at the University of Edinburgh. He discovered the lymphatic systems, established the structure and function of the nervous system and noted the physiological effects of drugs.

Monro in turn was succeeded by his son, Alexander (1773 - 1859), the third to hold the Chair of Anatomy.


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