Robert Koch (Physician)

Robert Koch was a pioneering German physician and microbiologist known for his groundbreaking work in bacteriology. Born in 1843, he is best known for discovering the bacteria that cause diseases such as tuberculosis, cholera, and anthrax. Koch developed methods to isolate and identify pathogens, laying the foundation for modern microbiological techniques. His work helped establish the germ theory of disease, which states that microorganisms can cause illness. In recognition of his contributions, he received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1905. Koch’s discoveries have had a lasting impact on public health and medicine.