He studied chemistry, physics and mathematics in Paris (1853–57), later spending time in England, where he met with Miles Berkeley. In 1859 he visited Algeria, and during the following year, continued his education in Berlin.
His educational journey began with studying chemistry, physics, and mathematics in Paris from 1853 to 1857. He then spent time in England, meeting with Miles Berkeley, before embarking on a trip to Algeria in 1859 and continuing his studies in Berlin the following year.