Pasteurisation Collection

Louis Pasteur, French microbiologist
Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), French microbiologist and chemist. Louis Pasteur proved the germ theory of disease, which holds that germs attack the body from the outside

Louis Pasteur, French microbiologist
Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), French microbiologist and chemist, in his laboratory. Louis Pasteur proved the germ theory of disease, which holds that germs attack the body from the outside

An Louis Pasteur experiment, 19th century (engraving)
3733827 An Louis Pasteur experiment, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting an Louis Pasteur experiment demonstrating that fermentation)

Commemorative medal depicting Louis Pasteur
3733759 Commemorative medal depicting Louis Pasteur; (add.info.: Commemorative medal depicting Louis Pasteur (1822-1895) a French biologist

Louis Pasteur, 19th century (engraving)
5310031 Louis Pasteur, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Louis Pasteur (1822-1895) a French biologist, microbiologist and chemist. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Louis Pasteur's first apparatus for cooling and fermenting wort
3733830 Louis Pasteur's first apparatus for cooling and fermenting wort.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Louis Pasteur's first apparatus for cooling)

Louis Pasteur, 19th century (engraving)
3733755 Louis Pasteur, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Louis Pasteur (1822-1895) a French biologist, microbiologist

Louis Pasteur's method of observing sealed culture samples
5310078 Louis Pasteur's method of observing sealed culture samples; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Louis Pasteur's method of observing sealed culture samples)

An Louis Pasteur experiment
3733828 An Louis Pasteur experiment.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an Louis Pasteur experiment demonstrating that fermentation and putrefaction are caused by air-borne organisms)

The exterior of the Ecole Normale Superieure, 19th century (engraving)
3733826 The exterior of the Ecole Normale Superieure, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration depicting the exterior of the Ecole Normale Superieure, Paris)

Louis Pasteur's first apparatus for cooling and fermenting wort
3733829 Louis Pasteur's first apparatus for cooling and fermenting wort.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Louis Pasteur's first apparatus for cooling)

Louis Pasteur, 19th century (engraving)
3733756 Louis Pasteur, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Louis Pasteur (1822-1895) a French biologist, microbiologist

Food and Beverage. Bain Marie (Heater) for the conservation of the milk. Engraving in
3434832 Food and Beverage. Bain Marie (Heater) for the conservation of the milk. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Coll. Part)

Louis Pasteur, 19th century (engraving)
3733758 Louis Pasteur, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Louis Pasteur (1822-1895) a French biologist, microbiologist

Louis Pasteur's first apparatus for cooling and fermenting wort
3733831 Louis Pasteur's first apparatus for cooling and fermenting wort.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Louis Pasteur's first apparatus for cooling)

Milk Production in the 1960s: Pasteurisation Date: circa 1962

Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), French chemist and microbiologist (litho)
817372 Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), French chemist and microbiologist (litho) by Bonnat, Leon Joseph Florentin (1833-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Pasteur (1822-1895)

Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), French chemist and microbiologist (b / w photo)
817373 Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), French chemist and microbiologist (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Pasteur (1822-1895)

Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), French chemist and microbiologist (b / w photo)
817374 Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), French chemist and microbiologist (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Pasteur (1822-1895)

Louis Pasteur, French microbiologist and chemist, 19th century. Portrait of Pasteur (1822-1895), pioneering scientist who founded the science of microbiology, proved the germ theory of disease

Louis Pasteur, French chemist and microbiologist, 1893. Pasteur (1822-1895), was a pioneering scientist who founded the science of microbiology, proved the germ theory of disease

Louis Pasteur, 19th century French microbiologist and chemist, (1900). Pasteur (1822-1895) developed the pasteurisation process which kills pathogens in milk, wine and foods

Louis Pasteur, 1885. Artist: Albert Edelfelt
Louis Pasteur, 1885. Pasteur (1822-1895), French chemist and biologist at work in his laboratory. Pasteur developed the pasteurisation process which kills pathogens in milk, wine and foods

Louis Pasteur, French chemist and founder of modern bacteriology, 1887. Pasteur (1822-1895) holding rabbits used in his work on hydrophobia (rabies)

Solar cooking device, artwork. This device works by using foil to reflect rays of sunlight (yellow arrows) inside a plastic bag or other transparent container

Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), French chemist and microbiologist. He discovered that fermentation is caused by microorganisms and went on to develop the germ theory of disease

Pasteurising machine, 19th century
Pasteurising machine. This machine is designed to heat liquids to a high temperature and then cool it. This method of food preservation slows microbial growth and is known as pasteurisation

Pasteur in his study, 19th century
Pasteur in his study. French microbiologist and chemist Louis Pasteur (1822-1895) found that fermentation is caused by micro-organisms, and also proposed the germ theory of disease

Statue of Louis Pasteur
Close up of statue of Louis Pasteur, Place de Breteuil, Paris

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Louis Pasteur, a renowned French microbiologist and chemist of the 19th century, revolutionized the field of bacteriology with his groundbreaking discoveries. Born in 1822 and passing away in 1895, Pasteur's contributions continue to shape our understanding of microbial life. One of his most significant achievements was the process known as pasteurization. In the mid-1800s, Pasteur conducted extensive research on fermentation and discovered that heating liquids could kill harmful bacteria without affecting their taste or nutritional value. This breakthrough led to the development of pasteurization as a method to make food safer for consumption. Milk production in the 1960s saw widespread adoption of pasteurization techniques. By subjecting milk to heat treatment at specific temperatures for a set duration, harmful pathogens were eliminated while preserving its quality. This revolutionary technique not only extended milk's shelf life but also prevented diseases like tuberculosis and brucellosis from spreading through contaminated dairy products. Pasteur's dedication to scientific inquiry paved the way for advancements in public health by reducing instances of foodborne illnesses caused by bacterial contamination. His work laid the foundation for modern food safety practices that are still followed today. Through lithographs, black-and-white photographs, and artistic depictions captured during various periods throughout history, we can catch glimpses into Louis Pasteur's remarkable journey. These visual representations serve as reminders of his immense impact on science and medicine. Louis Pasteur's legacy as a French microbiologist and chemist is indelibly linked with pasteurization—a process that has transformed how we consume dairy products safely. His tireless pursuit of knowledge continues to inspire scientists worldwide as they strive towards new breakthroughs in microbial sciences.