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First Human Brain Atlas Published (1873) - German neurologist Theodor Meynert published one of the first comprehensive atlases of the human brain, establishing the foundation for neuroanatomical research.

First Human Receiving Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Epilepsy (1988) - The procedure, now a standard treatment option, was first performed to reduce seizure frequency in refractory epilepsy.

Birth of Paul Broca (1824) - French physician who discovered the brain's speech production center (now known as Broca's area) through his work with aphasic patients.