Antonie van Leeuwenhoek (1632–1723): Master of Fleas and Father of Microbiology
The Dutch scientist and entrepreneur Antonie van Leeuwenhoek (1632–1723) was the first to discover and describe microorganisms (protists, bacteria), living beings he characterized as “animalcules” (little animals) [...]
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-08-01
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Series: | Microorganisms |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/11/8/1994 |