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Microbiology For Kids

Crafting Model Phages: Exploring the Virome in the Human Microbiome

The activity below was contributed by Michael Shamash during our podcast interview. Welcome to the fascinating and …

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Introducing Joyful Microbiology Activities

I'm thrilled to announce that in this podcast episode, I read the introduction chapter of my brand new ebook, Joyful …

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The Best Compound Microscopes for High School Students

Compound microscopes are incredible tools for looking at the small details of our world and the living and non-living …

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What is a tardigrade?

Tardigrades are beloved microorganisms. These little water bears hide in moss, lichen, and bark of trees. When kids …

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The Best Compound Microscopes for Looking At Bacteria

Have you ever thought about getting a microscope to use at home for fun? You can use a compound microscope to explore …

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Microbiology Activities for High School Students: Jessica Popescu

The K-12 curriculum does not cover much microbiology. But this area of science matters. Children need a complete …

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Micronovo’s Microbiology Books for Kids: Dr. Mike Manefield

How do you explain microbiology to a child?  It’s an abstract topic since you can’t readily see microbes due to …

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How to find a tardigrade at home under the microscope

“You guys know about tardigrades? They are these microscopic creatures that look like robot bears. They can survive in …

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How To View Microbes With A Home Microscope

For years I worked in different microbiology labs. First, I was a microbiology lab technician doing quality control at a …

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A window into the microbial world: the Winogradsky column

Magical things are happening in the soil. Microbes make their homes there, and we usually can’t see what they’re up …

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