In 1899, Santiago Ramón y Cajal, along with other distinguished European scientists, received an invitation to participate in Clark's Decennial Celebration. Cajal delivered three lectures and was honored with the degree of Doctor of Laws. With his insatiable thirst for knowledge, Cajal extended his stay in Northeastern United States, exploring various sites of intellectual interest, including Columbia University, Harvard University, and New York University (NYU).
The 125th anniversary of Santiago Ramón y Cajal's visit to the United States represents an opportunity...