Walther Hesse
Walther Hesse | |
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Hesse ca. 1883 | |
| Born | 27 December 1846 |
| Died | 19 July 1911 (aged 64) |
| Alma mater | University of Leipzig |
| Known for | developing agar as a medium for culturing microorganisms |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Microbiology |
| Doctoral advisor | Ernst Leberecht Wagner |
Walther Hesse (27 December 1846 – 19 July 1911) is best known for his work in microbiology, specifically his work with his wife Fanny Hesse in developing agar as a medium for culturing microorganisms.