Abstract
Distinguished Professor of Neuropsychology at the Florida International University in Miami and Albizu University (USA, Miami) Alfredo Ardila (4.09.1946–9.01.2021) was President of the Latin American Association of Neuropsychology, member of the Board of Governors of the International Neuropsychological Society and of the Editorial Board of the International publication Lurian Journal. A. Ardila was a leading thinker bringing and developing the ideas of A.R. Luria’s school of neuropsychology to North and Latin America. He joined the community of students and disciples of A.R. Luria in the mid-1970s while studying at Moscow State University where he earned a PhD degree under the supervision of E.D. Homskaya. In this article, dedicated to the memory of A. Ardila, the authors analyze his contribution to development of the systemic-dynamic approach in neuropsychology, and share personal memories of a lifelong friendship, recalling his memorable charm and personal modesty as well as his renewed scientific cooperation with colleagues from his alma mater in 2008–2020.
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