Hans Ernst August Buchner

German bacteriologist and researcher

Hans Ernst August Buchner - German bacteriologist and researcher
Born

1850
175 years ago

Died

April 5th, 1902
122 years ago — 52 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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Contributions to bacteriology included significant research on pathogenic bacteria. Established methods for the isolation and identification of various microorganisms. Developed techniques that advanced the understanding of infectious diseases, particularly in relation to the role of bacteria in their transmission. Published numerous influential papers that laid groundwork for future research in microbiology.

Pioneered studies on pathogenic bacteria

Contributed to development of bacterial classification

Published key papers in microbiology

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