Antoine van Leeuwenhoek

Antoine van Leeuwenhoek was a 17th-century Dutch scientist known for inventing simple yet powerful microscopes. His work allowed him to observe tiny organisms invisible to the naked eye, such as bacteria, protozoa, and sperm cells. By examining these microorganisms, he opened a new world of microscopic life, significantly advancing biology and medicine. His meticulous observations and detailed drawings laid the foundation for microbiology, earning him the title of the "Father of Microbiology." Despite limited formal education, his innovations and discoveries profoundly impacted our understanding of the microscopic world.