Claude Bernard
Claude Bernard
Claude Bernard (pronounced: [klod bɛʁnaʁ]; 12 July 1813 – 10 February 1878) was a French physiologist.
Etymology
The name "Claude Bernard" is of French origin. "Claude" is a common French given name and "Bernard" is a common French surname.
Pronunciation
The name is pronounced as "klod bɛʁnaʁ" in French.
Related Terms
- Physiology: The branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts.
- Homeostasis: The tendency towards a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes.
- Experimental medicine: A field of medicine that includes a variety of procedures where therapies and new diagnostic procedures are tested for safety and efficacy.
- Blind experiment: An experiment in which information about the test is kept from the participant until after the test. Bernard is credited with introducing the concept of the blind experiment into medicine.
Biography
Claude Bernard was born on 12 July 1813 in Saint-Julien, France. He is best known for his work in the field of physiology, where he made several significant contributions. His most notable work was on the concept of homeostasis, which is the idea that the body maintains a constant internal environment. This concept has become a fundamental principle in the field of biology.
Bernard also made significant contributions to the field of experimental medicine. He is credited with introducing the concept of the blind experiment into medicine, which has become a standard practice in medical research.
He passed away on 10 February 1878, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions to the field of medicine and biology.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Claude Bernard
- Wikipedia's article - Claude Bernard
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