About Rudolf Krefting
Lived 1860 – 1942 (aged 82). Rudolf Krefting was a Norwegian physician and dermatology, known for Chancroid and Haemophilus ducreyi.
Rudolf Waldemar Rømeling Krefting (3 February 1860 – 17 August 1942) was a Norwegian dermatologist. He was born in Kvikne Municipality. He is particularly known for his studies of the chancroid and the coccobacillus haemophilus ducreyi. He was the father of Kristian Krefting.
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Who was Rudolf Krefting?
Norwegian physician
When was Rudolf Krefting born?
Rudolf Krefting was born on 3 February 1860 in Kvikne.
When did Rudolf Krefting die?
Rudolf Krefting died on 17 August 1942.
What was Rudolf Krefting's occupation?
Rudolf Krefting was a physician and dermatology.
What was Rudolf Krefting known for?
Rudolf Krefting was known for Chancroid and Haemophilus ducreyi.
What nationality was Rudolf Krefting?
Rudolf Krefting was Norwegian.
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