Anton van Leeuwenhoek was the first scientist to closely observe cells under a microscope; he paved the way for a modern understanding of biology overall. He actually gave cells their name after the resemblance he believed they had to a monk's quarters. read more
Anton van Leeuwenhoek was the first scientist to closely observe cells under a microscope; he paved the way for a modern understanding of biology overall. He actually gave cells their name after the resemblance he believed they had to a monk's quarters. Anton van Leeuwenhoek is considered to be the father of microbiology. read more
Antonie van Leeuwenhoek died aged 90 on August 26, 1723. He was buried in the Old Church in Delft. Although he had not been born into a scientific family nor had he received an education in science, his death was that of a true scientist. read more