Microbes Make the World Go ‘Round

PMB 20

Spring Semesters

1 unit

Instructor: Loy Volkman

Microbes make the world go ‘round, and this seminar will show you why. Microorganisms inhabit just about every conceivable niche on this planet and are the dominant life form many times over. Because of their incredible array of metabolic capabilities, microorganisms range in their lifestyles from free living organisms to essential symbionts of other life forms. They are at once formidable pathogens, producers of fine wines and cheeses, and our best hope for pollution remediation. Microorganisms hold clues to the origin of life and are key components of snow-making machines. In this seminar, you will learn about these topics, be introduced to world-famous microbial biology faculty members and gain insight into whether majoring in microbial biology is for you.
Student Evaluations: 4.2 out of 5

Here's what students have to say:
  • "I loved it, didn't miss a day, something I could look forward to, wasn't stressful, but was what I was interested in".

  • "Was informative for people with all levels of biological knowledge beforehand. Instructor was very effective at making sure concepts were completely understandable to everyone."

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