by Microbiologics | Jul 14, 2016 | Water
Every year millions of visitors experience the unique beauty (and smell) of the more than 10,000 hot springs, mudpots, fumaroles (steam vents), travertine terraces and geysers at Yellowstone National Park. These hydrothermal features are home to hardy thermophilic...
by Microbiologics | May 26, 2016 | Water
Water is our most precious resource, supporting all life on Earth. In celebration of National Water Safety Month, we have compiled a list of surprising and interesting facts about the miraculous chemical compound known as H20. For example, did you know one acre of...
by Microbiologics | Apr 28, 2016 | News
Happy Medical Laboratory Professional Week! Last week we asked why you love working in a laboratory. We’ve been blown away by all the inspiring and funny stories and photos we received. Microbiologists sure are a creative bunch! Scroll through the slideshow...
by Microbiologics | Feb 11, 2016 | Quizzes
Bacillus is a rod, C. diff is too, we love microbiology and so do you. This Valentine’s Day people all over the world will be showering their loved ones with flowers, chocolates and teddy bears. We’re showing love for our readers by sharing a trivia game...
by Microbiologics | Dec 8, 2015 | Uncategorized
Question: What bacterium grows in cold temperatures? Answer: Try Arthrobacter psychrolactophilus ATCC® 700733™*, Microbiologics catalog # 0260. This species, a psychotroph, grows at a chilly 5° C. According to Modern Food Microbiology by Jay et al., a psychrotroph is...
