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MBS326R General Microbiology Dr. Jon Partridge, Fall 24 WK1 – Lecture 1 Introductions What is microbiology? BIO 326R serves as serves as an overview of the major areas of microbiological study, including cell structure and function, genetics, host-microbe interactions, physiology, ecology,...

MBS326R General Microbiology Dr. Jon Partridge, Fall 24 WK1 – Lecture 1 Introductions What is microbiology? BIO 326R serves as serves as an overview of the major areas of microbiological study, including cell structure and function, genetics, host-microbe interactions, physiology, ecology, diversity, and virology. While viruses, archaea, fungi, and protists will be covered to varying degrees, the main focus of the course will be on bacteria.  Welcome to General Microbiology! Instructor: Dr. Jon Partridge Molecular Biosciences & Biology Instructional Office Contact: [email protected] Section 54860 Lectures: Tues/Thurs 12:30pm-2pm, BUR 112 Section 54865 Lectures: Tues/Thurs 2pm-3:30pm, BUR 112 Drop-in Sessions (office hours): In person, Thurs 11am-12pm (PAI 1.13A) Zoom drop-in sessions Wed 10-11am. Or email for a one-on-one appointment ** Note: The CANVAS page services two separate classes/sections of 326R. Both classes will share the same deadlines and class schedules. Where things differ, such as for the Final, that information will be indicated clearly to the class ** General Microbiology: The course is structured around 5 key concepts 1. Emergence and Evolution of Microorganisms: Life as we know it, arose from early prokaryotic cells. Study of the form and function of microorganisms, has revealed fundamental knowledge about life processes. 2. Microbial Genetics: Research in microorganisms pioneered our understanding of the genetic code, genes and genomes. Their replication and regulation, are key to the success of microbes. 3. Microbial Ecology and Diversity: Over time, mutations, gene transfer, and environmental selective pressures, have resulted in a diverse array of microbes. 4. Microbes and Pathogenicity: Pathogenic microorganisms can deploy a diverse array of systems in their efforts to spread and colonize a host. Their presence can invoke a variety of responses. The study of these mechanisms of attack and defense is of crucial societal benefit. 5. Applications of Microbes and Microbiology: Humans utilize microbes and their products for societal benefit. These are expanded upon in the Learning Objectives Text and Resources Prescott’s Microbiology, 12th Ed. with Connect. https://www.mheducation.com/highered/support/connect/first-day-of-class/canvas.html Purchase via Canvas/McGraw Hill to get discounted price, not via bookstore (sneaky taxes and shipping?!?) Connect Orientation Video Optional, but will familiarize you with the platform Smartbook – optional, reading chapter paired with a concept quiz. I will assign the ‘key’ chapter (see schedule) – if you want others, let me know! Weekly Homework Modules Section 54860 - Lectures: Tues/Thurs 12:30pm-2pm Available Tues 8am, due Sunday 10pm Section 54860 - Lectures: Tues/Thurs 2pm-3:30pm Answers/feedback available 1 hr. after due date! CONNECT Purchase Our pricing - $80 CoOp is $89 McGraw Hill National Pricing is $125 CONNECT - Sharpen  The schedule this semester… (on CANVAS) Assigned Reading! Bold are key chapters (in brackets) signifies an optional (casual reading will suffice) lecture notes will cover key insights if prioritizing your studies  Meet Your UGCAs Leanne Maia P Divya Annie Ellie Joyce Nikhil Ricky Maia S Earning your grade in 326R 11.2 18 11.2 11.2 20.4 Three Projects: Worth a total of 90pts. Details announced WKs 3, 7, 12 My approach to this class Major Fields in Microbiology Medical microbiology—diseases of humans and animals. Expand assessments beyond exams - Public health microbiology—control and spread of communicable diseases. opportunities to engage with content in different ways. Immunology—how the immune system protects a host from pathogens. Microbial ecology—the relationship of organisms with their environment. Address concerns of faculty that post-326R, students are not prepared for the step up in Agricultural microbiology—the impact of microorganisms on food production. difficulty – better informed and prepared students for future classes. Food microbiology—microbes used to make food and beverages as well as spoilage microbes. Industrial microbiology—uses microbes to make products useful to humans. Prioritize relevance and research. Antibiotics, vaccines, steroids, alcohols and other solvents, vitamins, amino acids, enzymes, and biofuels. Showcase microbiology! Microbial physiology—studies metabolic pathways of microorganisms. Microbial genetics, molecular biology, and bioinformatics— studies the nature of genetic information and how it regulates the development and function of cells and organisms. Basic and Applied Aspects of Microbiology Basic aspects Concerned with individual groups of microbes, microbial physiology, genetics, molecular biology, and taxonomy. Applied aspects Concerned with practical problems— disease, water, food, and industrial microbiology. WK1 LO1 Full doc. On CANVAS Learning Objectives – Your guide to where we’re going and what we want you to understand Microbiology: the study of organisms too small to be visible to the naked eye More microbes on Earth than stars in the known universe Generally