Luigi Galvani was an Italian physician, physicist, and philosopher born in 1737. He is best known for his pioneering work in bioelectricity, particularly his experiments with frog legs, which demonstrated that electrical stimulation could cause muscle contractions. This led to the discovery of what he called "animal electricity." Galvani's research laid the groundwork for later developments in the field of electrophysiology and inspired other scientists, including Alessandro Volta, who would challenge and expand upon his ideas. Galvani's contributions significantly advanced the understanding of the relationship between electricity and living organisms.