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Danish physician and physiologist

Christian Bohr (14 February 1855 – 3 February 1911) was a Danish physician and physiologist known for his research in respiratory physiology. He is most famous for the discovery of the Bohr effect, which describes how hemoglobin's oxygen binding affinity is inversely related to acidity and concentration of carbon dioxide.

Early life and education[edit]

Christian Bohr was born in Copenhagen, Denmark. He studied medicine at the University of Copenhagen, where he developed an interest in physiology. Bohr completed his medical degree in 1880 and subsequently pursued research in the field of respiratory physiology.

Career[edit]

Bohr began his career as a lecturer at the University of Copenhagen, where he conducted extensive research on the respiratory system. His work focused on the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood, leading to significant discoveries in the understanding of hemoglobin function.

The Bohr effect[edit]

The Bohr effect, discovered by Christian Bohr in 1904, is a physiological phenomenon that describes how hemoglobin's oxygen binding affinity decreases under conditions of lower pH (higher acidity) and higher concentrations of carbon dioxide. This effect facilitates the release of oxygen in tissues where it is most needed, such as in active muscles.

Personal life[edit]

Christian Bohr was married to Ellen Adler, and they had three children, including the famous physicist Niels Bohr. Christian Bohr's family was deeply involved in academia and science, contributing significantly to various fields.

Legacy[edit]

Christian Bohr's contributions to physiology have had a lasting impact on the field of medicine. The Bohr effect remains a fundamental concept in understanding respiratory physiology and the transport of gases in the blood.

Related pages[edit]

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-| name = Christian Bohr
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-| birth_date = 1855
-| birth_place = Copenhagen, Denmark
-| death_date = 1911
-| death_place = Copenhagen, Denmark
-| nationality = Danish
-| fields = Physiology
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-'''Christian Bohr''' (1855-1911) was a Danish physiologist known for his contributions to the understanding of respiratory physiology. He is best known for his discovery of the ''Bohr effect'', which describes the relationship between carbon dioxide and oxygen in the blood.
+'''Christian Bohr''' (14 February 1855 – 3 February 1911) was a Danish [[physician]] and [[physiologist]] known for his research in [[respiratory physiology]]. He is most famous for the discovery of the [[Bohr effect]], which describes how [[hemoglobin]]'s oxygen binding affinity is inversely related to acidity and concentration of carbon dioxide.
-== Early Life and Education ==
+==Early life and education==
-Christian Bohr was born in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1855. He came from a family of academics, with his father being a professor of physiology at the University of Copenhagen. This familial influence played a significant role in shaping Bohr's interest in the field of physiology.
+Christian Bohr was born in [[Copenhagen]], [[Denmark]]. He studied medicine at the [[University of Copenhagen]], where he developed an interest in [[physiology]]. Bohr completed his medical degree in 1880 and subsequently pursued research in the field of respiratory physiology.
-Bohr pursued his higher education at the University of Copenhagen, where he studied medicine. He obtained his medical degree in 1880 and subsequently worked as a physician at the Municipal Hospital in Copenhagen.
+==Career==
+Bohr began his career as a lecturer at the University of Copenhagen, where he conducted extensive research on the [[respiratory system]]. His work focused on the transport of [[oxygen]] and [[carbon dioxide]] in the blood, leading to significant discoveries in the understanding of [[hemoglobin]] function.
-== Career and Contributions ==
+===The Bohr effect===
-Bohr's research focused on the respiratory system and the factors that influence the transport of oxygen in the blood. In 1904, he made a groundbreaking discovery that would later be known as the ''Bohr effect''. He found that an increase in carbon dioxide levels in the blood causes a decrease in the affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen, resulting in the release of oxygen to the tissues. This discovery had significant implications for understanding how the body regulates oxygen delivery to different organs and tissues.
+[[File:Christian_Bohr_u016a.jpg|thumb|right|Christian Bohr]]
+The Bohr effect, discovered by Christian Bohr in 1904, is a physiological phenomenon that describes how hemoglobin's oxygen binding affinity decreases under conditions of lower pH (higher acidity) and higher concentrations of carbon dioxide. This effect facilitates the release of oxygen in tissues where it is most needed, such as in active muscles.
-Bohr's work on the ''Bohr effect'' laid the foundation for further research in respiratory physiology and has been widely recognized and studied by subsequent generations of scientists. His findings have been instrumental in understanding the mechanisms underlying conditions such as hypoxia and respiratory diseases.
+==Personal life==
+Christian Bohr was married to Ellen Adler, and they had three children, including the famous physicist [[Niels Bohr]]. Christian Bohr's family was deeply involved in academia and science, contributing significantly to various fields.
-== Legacy ==
+==Legacy==
-Christian Bohr's contributions to the field of physiology have had a lasting impact on our understanding of respiratory physiology. His discovery of the ''Bohr effect'' has been widely acknowledged and continues to be a fundamental concept in the study of oxygen transport in the body.
+Christian Bohr's contributions to physiology have had a lasting impact on the field of medicine. The Bohr effect remains a fundamental concept in understanding respiratory physiology and the transport of gases in the blood.
-In recognition of his work, Bohr's name has been immortalized in various ways. The ''Bohr effect'' is named after him, and his research has been extensively cited in scientific literature. His legacy also lives on through his son, Niels Bohr, who went on to become a renowned physicist and Nobel laureate.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Niels Bohr]]
-== See Also ==
-* [[Bohr effect]]
 * [[Respiratory physiology]]
 * [[Hemoglobin]]
-== References ==
+[[Category:Danish physiologists]]
-{{Reflist}}
-[[Category:Danish scientists]]
-[[Category:Physiologists]]
-[[Category:University of Copenhagen alumni]]
 [[Category:1855 births]]
 [[Category:1911 deaths]]