Phenol Collection

Joseph Lister (1827-1912), English surgeon and pioneer of antiseptic surgery
540242 Joseph Lister (1827-1912), English surgeon and pioneer of antiseptic surgery, on his ward round in Glasgow Royal Infirmary c1867, After pencil sketch

Joseph Lister (b / w photo)
815934 Joseph Lister (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Lister (1827-1912)

Women workers manufacturing synthetic phenol, WW1
Women munition workers testing the temperature of phenol as it runs into drums during the production of explosives. Date: 1918

By-products developed from coal by G. H. Davis
The enormous importance of coal as the basic element in vital war manufactures. A diagrammatic drawing showing a great variety of by-products developed from coal. Date: 1944

Advertisement for Calverts Dento-Phenolene, c. 1890s (litho)
XJF486364 Advertisement for Calverts Dento-Phenolene, c.1890s (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advert for mouth wash made by F.C. Calvert & co)

Joseph Lister (1827-1912), English surgeon, on his ward round in Glasgow Royal Infirmary c1867. A pioneer of antiseptic surgery

Gilbert Declat, French physician

Phenol (carbolic acid) molecule
Phenol. Molecular model of the historical anti- bacterial agent phenol, also called carbolic acid (formula: C6H6O). The atoms are colour-coded: carbon (blue), hydrogen (white) and oxygen (red)

Phenol crystals on a watchglass. Phenol (C6H5OH), an aromatic alcohol, is a crystalline solid. It dissolves in water, forming a weakly acid solution, carbolic acid. Phenol is corrosive and poisonous

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"Unveiling the Phenomenal Power of Phenol: From Joseph Lister to WW1 Women Workers and Beyond" Step back in time with a captivating black and white photo of Joseph Lister, the renowned English surgeon who revolutionized medical practices. His groundbreaking work with phenol as an antiseptic paved the way for modern surgical procedures. Intriguingly, an advert for Lifebuoy soap emerges, highlighting how this everyday product contained phenol to protect against germs. It's fascinating to see how phenol found its way into our daily lives beyond the medical field. During World War I, women workers played a vital role in manufacturing synthetic phenol. Their dedication and hard work contributed significantly to supporting soldiers on the front lines. G. H. Davis deserves recognition for developing by-products from coal that included phenol. This innovation not only showcased his scientific prowess but also opened doors for various industrial applications. Transporting us further back in time is an advertisement for Calverts Dento-Phenolene from the 1890s. The litho artwork captures our attention while reminding us of early attempts at utilizing phenol in dental care products. Joseph Lister makes another appearance, captured during his ward round at Glasgow Royal Infirmary around 1867. Witnessing him in action brings forth admiration for his tireless efforts to improve patient outcomes using phenol-based antiseptics. Gilbert Declat, a French physician, adds an international perspective to this narrative surrounding phenol's impact on medicine and healthcare worldwide. His contributions undoubtedly shaped medical advancements across borders. Zooming into molecular structures reveals both the mesmerizing complexity and simplicity of the phenolic compounds - from the intricate arrangement of atoms within a single molecule to stunning crystalline formations that captivate scientists' curiosity.