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Until the discovery and the ability to produce a large amount of penicillin, there were no antibiotics in the word. Sulfa drugs were available for use but they are not considered antibiotics. In 1928 Flemming (UK) noticed that a mold that grew on a plate he had inoculated with bacteria had a ring around it and the bacteria was not growing close to the mold. He used the term antibiotic (against life) for what the mold was making in that ring.. He could not get anyone interested in trying to help him with commercial applications. It wasn't until 1944 (USA), that this antibiotic was first produced commercially. There are many people in the world today, who would not be here if there was no penicillin. Perhaps someone you might know, as it wasn't all that long ago.
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What are examples of Scientific Discoveries?
The discovery of penicillin
What did Alexandra Fleming do?
Flemming is most famous for his discovery of penicillin
What are the Cases of accidental discovery in biology?
From the discovery of penicillin to the artificial sweetener in our drinks, accidental discoveries have had major impacts on our lives. T. C. Hsu's accidental discovery that mitotic cells washed with hypotonic solution can be easily squashed to visualize the chromosomes is now an important scientific technique for cytological studies. Throughout history there have been many cases of scientists who have set out to investigate one thing but instead make incredible "accidental" discoveries of another. Two examples are the discovery of penicillin, the first antibiotic, and the discovery of saccharin, an artificial sweetener. Even though it might have been luck that had brought the scientists to see an observation, it was genius that made them realize that it was a discovery.
What did howard florey contribute to science?
Howard Florey was most recognized in the science field for his help in the discovery of penicillin. He was also the first to conduct an actual trial in 1941.
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Why is the world war 2 discovery of penicillin called the happy accident?
Because penicillin is an important drug to fight disease discovered by accident
What discovery is Alexander Flemming associated?
Alexander Fleming is associated with the discovery of penicillin, the world's first antibiotic. He accidentally discovered penicillin in 1928 while experimenting with bacteria in his laboratory. This discovery revolutionized medicine and is considered one of the greatest medical advancements in history.
Who discovered the penicillin?
Discovery of Penicillin is attributed to Alexander Fleming, a Scottish scientist.
What are examples of Scientific Discoveries?
The discovery of penicillin
What was a great discovery that came from a failed experiment?
Penicillin.
Why is Alexander flemings famous?
He is famous for his discovery of penicillin.
Which semi-synthetic penicillin's creation was sparked by the discovery of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria resistant to penicillin?
Methicillin
What did Alexander Fleming develop?
penicillin Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin. Refer to the Related Links to read the story about the serendipitous (chance) discovery of penicillin.
Experiences that made Alexander Fleming important?
discovery of penicillin
A famous example of a discovery made by chance or accident was?
Penicillin. :)
Who further developed Alexander Fleming's discovery of penicillin?
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What s the most significant component in the discovery of penicillin?
CHANCE
