Syllabus
To stress the importance of microbiology in many aspects of today's society, each lecture will begin with discussion about a recent microbe-related news article.
Major Topics
How invisible microbes were discovered
How microbes live and adapt
Origin of life
Microbes in and on us
How we protect ourselves from infections
Importance of good hygiene
A sampling of microbe-caused diseases
How epidemics have changed society
Microbes that purify water...and foul water
Microbes that produce food...and spoil food
Role of microbes in biotechnology
Fear of microbes in bioterrorism
How science impacts society...and how society impacts science |
