Heinz Bucy was a prominent American neuroscientist known for his research on the brain's role in emotion and behavior. He is best recognized for his work on the Bucy syndrome, which describes the effects of removing the temporal lobes in monkeys, leading to changes in emotional responses and social behavior. His studies contributed significantly to the understanding of the limbic system. Bucy was born in 1898 and spent much of his career at the University of Southern California. His research laid the groundwork for future studies in neuropsychology and the relationship between brain structures and emotional processing. He passed away in 1972, leaving a lasting impact on the field.