Alexander Monro Primus
Alexander Monro Primus
Alexander Monro Primus (pronounced: /ˈælɪgˌzændər ˈmʌnroʊ ˈpraɪməs/), born on 8th September 1697 and died on 10th July 1767, was a Scottish anatomist and medical educator. He was the first of three generations with the same name to hold the chair of Anatomy at the University of Edinburgh.
Etymology
The term "Primus" is Latin for "first", denoting that Alexander Monro was the first of three generations with the same name to hold the prestigious position at the University of Edinburgh.
Biography
Alexander Monro Primus was born in London, England. He studied at the University of Edinburgh, where he later became a professor of anatomy. He was instrumental in establishing the Edinburgh Medical School and the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. His teachings and writings contributed significantly to the development of medical education in Scotland and beyond.
Contributions to Medicine
Monro Primus made significant contributions to the field of anatomy. He is best known for his work on the lymphatic system and the interventricular foramen, also known as the Foramen of Monro, named after him. He also wrote several influential books on anatomy and physiology.
Related Terms
- Anatomy: The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans, animals, and other living organisms.
- University of Edinburgh: A public research university in Edinburgh, Scotland.
- Edinburgh Medical School: One of the medical schools in the United Kingdom, located in Edinburgh, Scotland.
- Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh: A major acute teaching hospital located in Edinburgh, Scotland.
- Foramen of Monro: The opening that connects the lateral ventricles with the third ventricle in the brain.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alexander Monro Primus
- Wikipedia's article - Alexander Monro Primus
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