The Aromatic World of Microbes: Exploring the Delightful and Repulsive Smells
Have you ever caught a whiff of something and wondered, "What in the world is responsible for this?" Well, the world of microbes might hold the answer. These tiny organisms, invisible to the naked eye...
20 Jul 202323min
What Really Makes Something Dirty: Dr. Sandra Wilks
In a world where news articles claim that your water bottle has more bacteria than a toilet seat, it's natural to worry about microorganisms making you sick. However, it’s important to embrace the mic...
30 Jun 20231h 9min
Algae in Nature and Biotechnology: Dr. Kyle Lauersen
In this episode, we dive into the captivating world of algae and biotechnology with Dr. Kyle Lauersen. He is an Assistant Professor at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Thu...
30 Mai 202357min
Introducing Joyful Microbiology Activities
I'm thrilled to announce that in this podcast episode, I read the introduction chapter of my brand new ebook, Joyful Microbiology Activities. This book has been a labor of love, and I'm so excited to ...
27 Apr 202316min
Microbes & health, forensic microbiology, and Invisible Friends: Dr. Jake Robinson
Dr. Jake Robinson is a microbial ecologist at Flinders University and researches microbes, ecosystems, social equity issues, and ways to conserve and restore nature. He studies how microbes can benefi...
30 Mar 202346min
Microbiology Education Ideas and Tips From The Joyful Microbe Community
We are celebrating, microbe friends! This month marks the 4th anniversary of Joyful Microbe!!! I’ve had such a blast creating articles, podcast episodes, and other resources to help you enjoy microbes...
18 Okt 202221min
How To Nurture Your Skin Microbiome: Dr. Julie O’Sullivan
A vast number of microbes live on our skin, in our gut, and almost everywhere else you can imagine on and in our bodies. Collectively, these microbes are called the human microbiome and play a crucial...
30 Sep 202257min
What is a tardigrade?
Tardigrades are beloved microorganisms. These little water bears hide in moss, lichen, and bark of trees. When kids discover tardigrades, it often sparks an interest in science. If you haven’t persona...
5 Aug 202237min
