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ROBERT KOCH / IN KIMBERLEY
HEINRICH HERMANN ROBERT KOCH German physician and pioneer bacteriologist in search of the Rinderpest microbe at Kimberley Date: 1843 - 1910
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1843 Bacteriologist Examining Heinrich Hermann Kimberley Koch Microscope Physician Pioneer Scientist Search Microbe Rinderpest
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This evocative image captures the intense focus and determination of Robert Koch (1843-1910), the pioneering German physician and bacteriologist, as he conducts his groundbreaking research on the Rinderpest microbe in Kimberley during the late 19th century. Koch, a key figure in the history of microbiology, is seen here meticulously examining a sample under the lens of a microscope, his brow furrowed with concentration. The lab setting is simple yet functional, with beakers, test tubes, and other scientific equipment arranged on the table before him. Born in Clausthal, Germany, Koch studied medicine in Berlin and Tübingen before embarking on a career as a military doctor. However, it was his work on tuberculosis and cholera that would bring him international acclaim. In 1884, Koch identified the bacterium responsible for anthrax, becoming the first person to isolate a microbe causing a disease in animals. He continued his research on Rinderpest, or cattle plague, in 1885, working in the laboratory of the Imperial Health Office in Berlin. In 1890, Koch was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his work on tuberculosis, and in 1896, he was able to prove that Rinderpest was caused by a virus-like agent, which he named Rinderpest virus. This discovery revolutionized the field of veterinary medicine and led to the development of effective vaccines against the disease. This photograph is a testament to Koch's unwavering commitment to scientific discovery and his pioneering role in the field of bacteriology. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of scientific research in addressing global health challenges and improving the lives of people and animals alike.
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