Antoni van Leeuwenhoek (1632 - 1723)
1632-10-24Delft, The Netherlands1723-08-26Delft, The NetherlandsThe Netherlands
Antoni van Leeuwenhoek
Antonie Philips van Leeuwenhoek was a Dutch microbiologist and microscopist in the Golden Age of Dutch science and technology. A largely self-taught man in science, he is commonly known as "the Father of Microbiology", and one of the first microscopists and microbiologists. Van Leeuwenhoek is best known for his pioneering work in microscopy and for his contributions toward the establishment of microbiology as a scientific discipline.
Date and place of birt: | 24 october 1632, Delft, The Netherlands |
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Date and place of death: | 26 august 1723, Delft, The Netherlands |
Nationality: | The Netherlands |
Period of activity: | XVII, XVIII century |
Specialization: | Biologist, Engineer |