Discover the fascinating world of microbes in MICR 3103! Uncover the history of Earth from a microbial perspective. Delve into the depths of microbiology and explore the profound question: are microbes more than just pathogens? Unravel the secrets of how microbes control animal development and behavior. Challenge traditional views of disease and understand the impact of antibiotics on our microbiomes. Explore the possibilities of modifying microbiomes to enhance our health and gain inspiration from microbes to engineer a brighter future. Enroll in MICR 3103 and embark on a journey that will forever change your perception of the invisible world all around you!

Students in this course will gain a deeper understanding of microbial ecology, microbiomes, and host-microbe symbiosis. This course is designed for non-science majors, has no prerequisites, and fulfills the Natural Sciences (N) General Education Requirement. This course is typically offered in the Fall semester.

Please see here for the tentative syllabus and course schedule.