TED-Ed
You and Your Microbes
Humans are like planets, hosting a plethora of microbial communities. This concept is explored with vivid narration and animation, bringing to light the benefits of the huge variety of microbes that live in and on our bodies. What a fun...
California Academy of Science
Thinking with your Gut
Risk-taking behavior and other decision-making factors may be influenced by more than just our brains; current research shows that the more bacteria that exists in one's digestive tract, the less inclined one might be to engage in risky...
Curated OER
Miracle Planet - Snow Ball Earth 3/5
Thermophiles and other microbes give hints as to how life can continue in extreme temperatures. Fossils in the Namibian Desert are relatively undisturbed and offer other keys to life. Your biology and earth science classes will want to...
Curated OER
Microbial Universe - Part 1
Where is bacteria found? See where bacteria and other microbes help and hurt humans. Microscopic images are shown along with images of people and places. Begin looking into this tiny universe with part one of a four-part series....
Curated OER
Microbial Universe - Part 4
Scientists and researchers progress in their research toward growing the microbe SAR-11. Though they have not accomplished this yet, they strive for greater understanding of microbes in general, and how they help us in our world. End...
Curated OER
Microbial Universe - Part 2
Part two begins right where part one left off: discussing the potential for infections from microbes. Treatment of diseases is covered as well as the steps taken to prevent infection. New bacteria and viruses continue to develop, but not...