Scientific Honors:
* Copley Medal (1874): Awarded by the Royal Society of London, one of the most prestigious scientific awards in the world, for his work on fermentation and the germ theory of disease.
* Rumford Medal (1874): Awarded by the Royal Society of London for his research on the polarization of light and its applications.
* Albert Medal (1881): Awarded by the Royal Society of Arts, for his contributions to public health and disease prevention.
* Knight of the Legion of Honour (1853): A prestigious French honor, awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the nation.
* Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour (1881): The highest rank of the Legion of Honour, recognizing Pasteur's exceptional achievements.
* Member of the French Academy of Sciences (1862): One of the highest scientific honors in France.
* Foreign Member of the Royal Society (1869): An honor recognizing his contributions to science outside of the UK.
Other Awards:
* Prize of the French Academy of Sciences (1856): Awarded for his work on fermentation.
* Prize of the Paris Academy of Sciences (1862): Awarded for his work on the germ theory of disease.
In addition to these specific awards, Pasteur also received numerous other honors and recognitions throughout his career, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century.