The Science in the Real World: Microbes in Action program serves to promote an understanding and appreciation of the importance of microorganisms in our world. This program provides scientific information and hands-on activities in microbiology to K-12 teachers via curriculum units, workshops, a newsletter, and this website.

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Science in the Real World: Microbes in Action Program Information

Teresa Thiel, Ph.D. - Director
Department of Biology
University of Missouri - St. Louis

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