Crash Course
Crash Course Biology #35: Old & Odd
Hank veers away from human anatomy to teach us about the (mostly) single-celled organisms that make up two of the three taxonomic domains of life, and one of the four kingdoms: Archaea, Bacteria, and Protists. They are by far the most...
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Mapping the Microbial Make Up of Healthy Humans
Scientists discuss their Human Microbiome Project in which they documented the genetic identity of the microorganisms (bacteria, germs, viruses, etc.) that live on the human body. They found that people carry ten times more microbes than...
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: The Many Lifestyles of Muck Dwelling Microbes
Scientists are studying magnetic bacteria for their potential use in building biocomputers. Another microorganism that fascinates them is one that lives deep in the ocean and feeds off remnants from the time of dinosaurs. Aired June 1,...
PBS
Nova: Artificial Life
Ethical questions often surround artificial life. This segment by NOVA attempts to shed light on misconceptions and the intricacies associated with such scientific ventures. Build you own microbe and learn what variables are necessary to...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Bread Mold Kills Bacteria
This video shows how penicillin in bread mold kills bacteria. [3:02]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Virus Structure and Classification
A video exploring how viruses are good about being hackers! Look at the properties of viruses that make them unique. [11:04]
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Hygiene Hypothesis
Determine whether childhood exposure to livestock provides the challenges necessary for the young immune system to grow strong enough to later fight off asthma and allergies. Discover how the modern trend toward "supercleanliness" can...
Science for Kids
Science Kids: Biology Videos: Introduction to Microbiology
A short introduction to the science of microbiology, why it is so fascinating, and what careers it can lead to. (Video Length: 1 min. 52 sec.)
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Does Probiotic Yogurt Really Affect Digestion?
A study suggests good bacteria in yogurt affect digestion, but not by repopulating the gut's flora.
Bio Topics
Bio Topics: Ignaz Semmelweis
Learn more about Ignaz Semmelweis the doctor who is credited with discovering that micro-organisms can cause disease. Understand about how he was an early promoter of using antiseptic procedures in the hospital through an article and...
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Microbes Benefit More Than Just the Gut
Sinuses, too, are healthier when populated by a diverse colony of bugs.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Nutrition in Amoeba
An amoeba has to eat, too! What does it eat and how does it process the food? Check this animation out.