Agostino Bassi
Italian entomologist focused on silk industry
Born
September 25th, 1773
251 years ago
Died
February 8th, 1856
169 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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Served as a pioneering entomologist, making significant contributions to the understanding of diseases in silkworms. Conducted extensive studies on the silkworm disease known as pébrine, which affected the silk industry in France and Italy. Developed methods for the prevention and control of this disease, laying foundational principles for pathology. His research on insect diseases helped establish the field of microbiology.
Conducted research on pébrine disease
Proposed methods for silk industry disease prevention
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