MicrobeWorld Radio was an educational outreach initiative that revolved around a daily, 90-second radio and podcast series designed to increase public understanding and appreciation of the vital role microbes play on our planet and to promote the science of microbiology.

Produced with the help of Finger Lakes Productions International and in cooperation with the 42,000 members of the American Society for Microbiology. MicrobeWorld Radio debuted in January 2003 and was discontinued in November 2008.

Below is a searchable database of the show's archives containing over 1,000 episodes on a wide variety of subjects. You can also sort episodes by the National Science Education Standards. If you would like to use this content in the classroom as lecture launchers, extra credit, or however you choose, you are welcome to it!

MicrobeWorld Radio Archives

MicrobeWorld Radio's episodes have all been archived into a database that is searchable by keyword, and is categorized according to the National Science Education Standards.

Previously aired radio shows can be accessed by clicking on the "pod" icon in the left hand column. The "info" button will provide detailed information for each episode.

Use the tools below to sort and search through the podcasts in a variety of ways. Choose your search criteria, then click the related button.


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	Date	Program Summary	Info
	10/31/2008	The salt effect: New research shows a high salt diet may trigger the bacterium responsible for ulcers to become more virulent.
	10/30/2008	Ethanol and lactose intolerance: Lactic acid bacteria can lead to costly shutdowns when it contaminates corn used for ethanol production.
	10/29/2008	Mad Cow Disease and viruses: Many scientists believe Mad Cow Disease is caused by infectious proteins called prions, but not everyone buys into that explanation.
	10/28/2008	Flu vaccinations and asthma: In a recent study, an Italian pediatrician found additional evidence that all children with asthma can benefit from a flu shot, even if their asthma is under control.
	10/24/2008	Microbial fuel cells: An environmental engineer at Penn State has created a fuel cell that produces electricity using waste from the Penn State Water Treatment Facility.
	10/23/2008	Antibiotic coating: Scientists at the University of Southern Mississippi discovered that by attaching antibiotics directly to a medical device, they can reduce the rate of infection.
	10/22/2008	Bacteria and bighorns: Scientists trying to boost the bighorn sheep populations in the American West have recently discovered their recovery is being hindered by pneumonia.
	10/21/2008	Citrus greening: First detected in Florida crops in 2005, citrus greening has become a major problem for growers.
	10/17/2008	Phage enzyme prevents ear infection: Viruses that infect microbes might one day be used to treat ear infections.
	10/16/2008	Bile salt stress: Scientists have discovered that human bile may make certain strains of E. coli more pathogenic.
	10/15/2008	Strep vaccine: Researchers have developed a non-toxic version of an enzyme that they hope will become a new treatment for Streptococcus A, a.k.a. the infamous flesh-eating bacteria .
	10/14/2008	Bacteria from the depths: A marine biologist has discovered that the microbes he studies in the deep ocean are related to microbes in the Antarctic.
	10/10/2008	Aflatoxins in birdseed: Some bulk birdseeds might contain high levels of toxic compounds.
	10/09/2008	A bacterial polymer cleaning up contamination: Scientists at the Savannah River National Lab have discovered a genetically modified bacterium is able to convert uranium and chromium from dangerous metal into a harmless form.
	10/08/2008	Ancient battle: Scientists believe an ancient virus may have something to do with why humans are vulnerable to infection by HIV.
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