Egas Moniz

António Caetano de Abreu Freire Egas Moniz was born to a wealthy family in Avanca, Portugal.

Egas Moniz begins his medical studies at the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest universities in Europe.

Egas Moniz graduates with a degree in medicine from the University of Coimbra, setting the stage for his future career.

Moniz starts his research in neurology, focusing on the vascular system of the brain and its functions.

Egas Moniz is appointed as a lecturer in neurology at the University of Lisbon, further establishing his expertise.

Egas Moniz marries D. Lídia Guedes de Moniz, a union that lasts until his death.

Moniz is elected to the Portuguese Parliament, representing the city of Lisbon and serving as a deputy.

Egas Moniz develops cerebral angiography, a technique for visualizing blood vessels in the brain, revolutionizing neurological diagnosis.

Moniz publishes his groundbreaking work on prefrontal leucotomy, a surgical procedure to treat mental disorders.

Egas Moniz performs the first prefrontal leucotomy, marking a significant advancement in psychiatric treatment.

Moniz retires from active medical practice but continues his research and writing on neurology.

Egas Moniz is awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his development of prefrontal leucotomy.

Moniz suffers a paralytic stroke, which severely impacts his health and mobility.

Despite his health issues, Moniz publishes his final work, continuing his contributions to the field of neurology.

Egas Moniz dies at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions to neurology and medicine.