Description: (British Physiologist)
Ernest Henry Starling was a renowned British physiologist celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to the field. He transformed the understanding of capillary dynamics with Starling's Principle, discovered the hormone secretin, introduced the term "hormone," established the Frank-Starling law concerning heart function, and conducted pioneering studies on kidney activity. His impact was felt through his authoritative textbook on physiology, which underwent multiple editions and established him as a prominent figure in the British physiological community.