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DR. THEODOR ESCHERICH
The E. coli Pediatrician
Episode 67
September 9, 2026
The man behind E. coli, one of the most well-known bacteria in the world was actually a renowned pediatrician in his time. Aarati tells the story of how this celebrated physician became fascinated with microbes in the gut and how they affected the health of infants.
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