Course Description

Critical analysis and discussion of recent advances in microbiology research through oral presentation. Specific topics may vary but will emphasize molecular biology, physiology, and ecology of prokaryotes.

Additional Requirements for Graduate Students:
Graduate students will be expected to prepare additional presentations and to assist undergraduates in the analysis of their research data.

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Athena Title

Review Research Microbiology

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Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in POPH 4400 or POPH 6400

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Corequisite

MIBO 4960R or MIBO 4970R or MIBO 4980R or MIBO 4990R

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Semester Course Offered

Offered fall, spring and summer

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Grading System

S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)

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Student Learning Outcomes

• Students will learn how to communicate research results orally in an effective manner.
• Students will be able to discuss and critically analyze the results of their original research as well as prepare an oral presentation of their work.

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Topical Outline

• I. Bacterial Pathogenesis
• II. Prokaryotic Gene Regulation
• III. Biodegradation
• IV. Prokaryotic Development
• V. Methanogenesis
• VI. Prokaryotic Diversity and Taxonomy
• VII. Host-Microbe Interactions
• VIII. Plasmid Biology
• IX. Bioconversion
• X. Genomics
• XI. Isolation of Novel Microorganisms

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