(March 22, 1916 – February 11, 1983) was an American scientist, researcher in the field of psychology and psychiatrist best known for his work with psychopharmacologic drugs.
In 1964, Kline earned his second Lasker Award for the study of the introduction and use of iproniazid, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor, in the treatment of severe depression.
He traveled widely and devoted much time to establishing and visiting mental health clinics and programs in other parts of the world.
In 1960, Kline and Manfred Clynes coined the term cyborg, using it in an article in Astronautics Magazine about the advantages of self-regulating human-machine systems in outer space.
[5] Along a similar vein, Kline believed that computers could be used in large scale epidemiological studies and streamline the administration of complex health facilities.
He made frequent appearances as a guest on radio and television shows in his attempt to educate the public about mental illness and research.