The significance of the relationship between microorganisms and humankind cannot be overstated.
As indispensable members of the human living environment, microorganisms drive the cycling of essential elements such as carbon and nitrogen within ecosystems and serve as the fundamental nutritional base of ecological food chains and webs. Yet, the diseases and disasters caused by microorganisms are equally critical and demand attention. Faced with these “foes and friends” of humanity, how can we transform potential threats into beneficial allies?
In this course, we will step into the world of microorganisms to study their morphology, physiology, ecology, major groups, and vital life processes. We will explore the intricate mechanisms governing microbial growth, reproduction, and metabolic regulation, while mastering essential laboratory techniques such as microscopic observation, staining, aseptic procedures, isolation and cultivation, and microbial monitoring.
Through the study of this course, you will not only appreciate the astonishing diversity and beauty of the microbial world but also gain insight into the pivotal roles and emerging developments of microorganisms in industrial and agricultural production, as well as in daily human life. Ultimately, you will acquire the ability to analyze and address scientific and practical problems related to microbiology.
