Alexandre Yersin

Physician and bacteriologist, discovered plague

Alexandre Yersin - Physician and bacteriologist, discovered plague
Born

1863
162 years ago

Died

March 1st, 1943
82 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

France

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A physician and bacteriologist specialized in infectious diseases. Conducted research in bacteriology and made significant contributions to the understanding of various pathogens. Is recognized for isolating the plague bacillus, Yersinia pestis, during an epidemic in Hong Kong in 1894. Worked extensively in Indochina, where research focused on tropical diseases. Founded the Pasteur Institute in Nha Trang, contributing to vaccine development and public health.

Isolated Yersinia pestis, the plague bacillus

Established the Pasteur Institute in Nha Trang

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