Joseph Charles Arthur

Pathologist and mycologist

Joseph Charles Arthur - Pathologist and mycologist
Born

January 11th, 1850
175 years ago

Died

1942
83 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

Links & References

Contributed significantly to the fields of pathology and mycology. Focused on the study of fungi and their relation to human health. Published numerous research articles that advanced the understanding of various fungal pathogens. Worked at the New York State Hospital and held a position at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station.

Authored several important papers on fungi

Advanced the study of diseases caused by fungi

Conducted research at New York State Agricultural Experiment Station

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