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  1. Julius Richard Petri (German pronunciation: [ˈjuːli̯ʊs ˈʁɪçaʁt ˈpeːtʁiː]; 31 May 1852 – 20 December 1921) was a German microbiologist who is generally credited with inventing the device known as the Petri dish, which is named after him, while working as assistant to bacteriologist Robert Koch.

  2. Mar 30, 2017 · Learn how Richard Julius Petri, a German microbiologist, invented the Petri dish in 1887, a shallow and lidded plate for growing bacterial cultures. Discover the controversy over his role and the contributions of other scientists in this field.

  3. Dec 16, 2011 · In 1887, Julius Petri invented a simple pair of nesting glass dishes, ideal for keeping specimens of growing bacteria sterile—the 'Petri dish.'

  4. May 31, 2013 · Today marks Julius Richard Petri's 160 th birthday, and nearly 130 years of the use of his impactful invention. One of the most commonly used labwares, the Petri dish has fueled medical discoveries such as the cure for polio and tuberculosis.

  5. May 31, 2022 · Learn about the life and achievements of Julius Richard Petri, the German microbiologist who invented the Petri dish and developed the technique of agar culture. Find out how he worked with Robert Koch and became a prominent bacteriologist and sanatorium manager.

  6. May 31, 2019 · Friday is the 167th birthday of Julius Richard Petri, inventor of the famous Petri dish. In 1876, bacteriologist Robert Koch identified the bacteria that causes anthrax; it was the first time...

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  8. Petri, Richard Julius (1852-1921) German physician and bacteriologist. Richard Julius Petri's prominence in the microbiology community is due primarily to his invention of the growth container that bears his name.

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