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Exploring Photosynthetic Microbes in Our Soil: A Hands-On Experiment

The activity below was contributed by Dr. Barry Goldman during our podcast interview. Beneath our feet lies a hidden …

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Bringing Microbiology to Life: Affordable and Engaging Field Trips for High School Science Students

Picture this: A group of high school students eagerly board a bus, their anticipation palpable as they embark on a field …

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Microbiology Education Ideas And Tips From The Joyful Microbe Community

We are celebrating, microbe friends! This month marks the 4th anniversary of Joyful Microbe!!! I’ve had such a blast …

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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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How to spark interest in microbiology: Dr. Dave Westenberg

How do you get people interested in microbiology? Microbiology can be quite abstract since it is the study of organisms …

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Exploring State Microbes and Their Educational Impact

Have you ever wondered if your state has its own official microbe? It might sound peculiar, but just like state flowers …

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