Herbert Coddington Major (1850-1921)

J Neurol. 2024 Apr;271(4):2144-2146. doi: 10.1007/s00415-023-12150-x. Epub 2023 Dec 20.

Abstract

Herbert Coddington Major (Fig. 1) was a late nineteenth century pioneer in neuropathology and comparative neurology. No previous biographical article has been identified, suggesting he is now almost totally, yet unjustifiably, forgotten.

Keywords: Comparative neurology; Herbert Major; Neuropathology; West Riding Asylum.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Male
  • Memory Disorders
  • Nervous System Diseases* / history
  • Neurology* / history
  • Neuropathology