[Dezsö Miskolczy, the founder of modern Hungarian neurology].

Abstract

The present article gives a short overview on the biography and scientific work of professor Dezsö Miskolczy, one of the founders of Hungarian neurology. his main scientific achievement was the modification of the Bielschowsky-method of imprenation. Miskolczy published already in 1926 an article on the problem of the crossing of central tracks of nervous system. He search successfully - among others - the problems of constitution, inheritance, aging, and the structure of the cerebellum as well. Miskolczy worked not only in Budapest, but in Szeged, Kolozsvár and Marosvásárhely (Transylvania) too. His activity has been honoured with the highest acknowledgements and decorations given by the Hungarian and Rumanian governments. He was elested to member of several foreign academies and scientific societies. His students - who always honoured and respected him - were deeply impressed by his suggestive personality and pedagogical talent.