Robert Koch discovered the cause of tuberculosis (TB).
The Discovery of Tuberculosis Cause
On March 24, 1882, Robert Koch announced his groundbreaking discovery to the Berlin Physiological Society. He had identified the bacterium responsible for causing tuberculosis.
Key Takeaways:
- Discoverer: Robert Koch
- Disease: Tuberculosis (TB)
- Date of Announcement: March 24, 1882
- Significance: Koch identified the cause of tuberculosis, a major step in combating the disease.
