Like many pioneering scientists, Koch faced significant challenges. Initially, his ideas were met with skepticism by some in the scientific community, particularly those who adhered to the miasma theory of disease, which posited that diseases were caused by "bad air." Despite these challenges, Koch's rigorous experimental methods and compelling evidence eventually convinced the scientific community of the validity of the germ theory of disease.
Another challenge was the technical difficulty of isolating and culturing bacteria, which required the development of new laboratory techniques. Koch's ingenuity in overcoming these obstacles was a testament to his scientific acumen.
