microbiologists

This chapter book biography shows how a self-taught scientist was the first to observe the microbial life in and around us. By building his own microscope, Antony van Leeuwenhoek advanced humanities understanding of the oft-invisible world around us.

A biography of French scientist Louis Pasteur, focusing on his work in discovering germs, how to prevent germs from making food spoil, and finding a vaccine against rabies.

"For fans of the 'Who Was' series, this lively, accessible, and full-color chapter book biography shows how a self-taught scientist was the first to observe the microbial life in and around us. By building his own microscope, Antony van Leeuwenhoek advanced humanity's understanding of our oft-invisible world around us"--Provided by the publisher.

Microbiologist Richard Draman is accused of stealing research that was sent to him that could save his daughter from a genetic defect that is aging her rapidly.

Examines the life and achievements of nineteenth-century French scientist Louis Pasteur, discussing the great curiosity that led to his discoveries in the field of medicine.

Pasteur's struggle to perfect the rabies vaccine and milk processing are portrayed.

Traces the life of Louis Pasteur, from his early childhood and education through his sources of inspiration and challenges faced, early successes, and the work on pasteurization and vaccination for which he is best known. A timeline at the end of the book summarizes key milestones and achievements of Pasteur's life. --Publishers description.

Explores the work of nineteenth-century French researcher Louis Pasteur with microbiology.

The number of scientific discoveries by Louis Pasteur is astounding. From his work on fermentation that led to the process of pasteurization to the rabies vaccine, Pasteur made a huge impact on industry, medicine, and scientific theory. Detailed biography takes readers through Pasteur's life as he makes these incredible discoveries, uncovering the original use for pasteurization, in wine! Interesting sidebars enhance the main content with understandable explanations and surprising details. Full-color photographs and historical images highlight Pasteur's triumphs as a hardworking, influential scientist.

Introduces children to the life and work of scientist Louis Pasteur, discussing his childhood, schooling, research, impact on the treatment of numerous deadly diseases, and other related topics.