Birthdate: August 16, 1832
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Mannheim, Germany
Died: August 31, 1920
Wilhelm Wundt is renowned as a German physiologist, philosopher, and professor, recognized as a key figure in the development of modern psychology. He played a crucial role in distinguishing psychology as a distinct science separate from philosophy and biology, becoming the first to self-identify as a psychologist. In 1879, Wundt established the initial formal laboratory dedicated to psychological research at the University of Leipzig, a milestone that solidified psychology as an independent field of study. Additionally, he was instrumental in launching the first academic journals focused on psychological research, contributing significantly to the advancement of the discipline. Wundt is widely hailed as the “father of experimental psychology”.
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