Dr. Shawn’s Secrets to Success Series
Microbiology is one of the most important fields of modern science. Arguably, no subject has saved more lives or done more to improve the lot of humankind than the study of the microorganisms that live all around us. This fearless introduction to microbiology will help you dip your toe into these deep waters.
How To Sterilize Labware
and Create Inexpensive Growth Media
by Dr. Shawn
This presentation is intended as a first introduction to experimental microbiology. It explains how to sterilize labware safely at home, and how to turn a slice of potato into in inexpensive culture medium for growing bacteria. Next time, I’ll show you how to inoculate your culture with a harmless bacteria, how to grow it and how to safely dispose of the culture when you’re finished with it.
And if you’re looking for tail-kicking science projects that will give you a great chance to explore other topics in microbiology, don’t forget to check out my super science fair support center at scifair.org.
