Fanny Hesse, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Fanny Hesse

German biologist (1850-1934)

Date of Birth: 22-Jun-1850

Place of Birth: New York City, New York, United States

Date of Death: 01-Dec-1934

Profession: biologist, microbiologist

Nationality: United States, Germany

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Fanny Hesse (born Angelina Fanny Elishemius, June 22, 1850 – December 1, 1934) is best known for her work in microbiology alongside her husband, Walther Hesse.
Together they were instrumental in developing agar as a medium for culturing microorganisms.