Historical microbiology - using a Van Musschenbroek microscope

Journal article (2019)

Authors

Koen D. Quint Leiden University Medical Center
L.A. Robertson BT/Afdelingsbureau - AS
Research Group
BT/Afdelingsbureau (AS) (TU Delft)
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Published Date

2019

Language

English

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Faculty

Applied Sciences

Department

BT/Biotechnologie

Research Group

BT/Afdelingsbureau

Abstract

A single-lensed microscope made by the Van Musschenbroek workshops between 1690 and 1750 has been examined experimentally, and the method of use established. The results were compared with those obtained with facsimile van Leeuwenhoek microscopes. As might be expected, each microscope had its stronger and weaker points.

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