The Discovery of Germs
It's important to consider the factors regarding the major discoveries.
Robert Koch
- War - There was national rivalry between Koch and Pasteur due to the 1870-71 war between France and Germany
- Individual Genius
- Science and Technology - Access to modern equipment and the aid of a team of expert scientists.
Louis Pasteur
- War - National rivalry was particularly applicable as France had been defeated in the war; hence meaning that Pasteur was determined to earn back some prestige for his nation.
- Chance - The germs had been accidentally left exposed to air by chance.
- Personal Rivalry - He wished to gain recognition, following the praise heaped upon Koch after his discovery of the tuberculosis germ.
- Individual Genius
- Science and Technology - The microscope had been discovered within the prior century.
- Created by: kafferstheleprechaun
- Created on: 28-05-16 15:51
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1857 |
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1861 |
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