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How Can We Solve the Antibiotic Resistance Crisis? Instructional VideoHow Can We Solve the Antibiotic Resistance Crisis? Instructional Video
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6th - 12th
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How Can We Solve the Antibiotic Resistance Crisis?

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We live in the age of Superbugs! These nasty bacteria have developed resistance to antibiotics, and no new antibiotics are being developed. Find out why in a short video that reveals the role profit plays in drug research.

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antibodies, antibiotics, infections, diseases, bacteria, viruses

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science

Instructional Ideas

  • Have groups investigate what is being done to support scientists searching for new antibiotics

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  • The resource includes the video, a comprehension check, links to related articles and research, and a discussion format

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  • The animated video traces the use of antibiotics to battle bacterial infections

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