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Kiyoshi Shiga

Japanese physician (1871-1957) · Japan · Doctors · Died at 85

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Kiyoshi Shiga was a Japanese physician and bacteriologist. He had a well-rounded education and career that led to many scientific discoveries.

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Awards

Order of Culture1944

About this person

Kiyoshi Shiga was a Japanese physician and bacteriologist. He had a well-rounded education and career that led to many scientific discoveries. In 1897, Shiga was credited with the discovery and identification of the Shigella dysenteriae microorganism which causes dysentery, and the Shiga toxin which is produced by the bacteria. He conducted research on other diseases such as tuberculosis and trypanosomiasis, and made many advancements in bacteriology and immunology.

Country
Japan
Category
Doctors
Type
Doctor
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1871 to 1957 · aged 85

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