Scientific and Educational Activities of the Institute “Microbe” during the Great Patriotic War
https://doi.org/10.21055/0370-1069-2025-2-184-188
Abstract
The paper discusses the organization of research and educational activities of the Institute “Microbe” during the Great Patriotic War. The main scientific achievements and contribution of the institute’s employees to ensuring the epidemiological well-being of the country are outlined. The methodological basis for the study was the documents from the funds of the “Microbe” Institute and the State Archives of the Saratov Region (SASR). The presented photographic material is published for the first time.
About the Author
S. V. GeneralovRussian Federation
46, Universitetskaya St., Saratov, 410005
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For citations:
Generalov S.V. Scientific and Educational Activities of the Institute “Microbe” during the Great Patriotic War. Problems of Particularly Dangerous Infections. 2025;(2):184-188. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.21055/0370-1069-2025-2-184-188