Microbial Ecology Courses and Certifications

Meet Your Inner Microbial Zoo - Understanding the Human Microbiome

Explore the human microbiome's impact on health, development, and immunity. Learn about metagenomics, predictive modeling, and future clinical applications in this fascinating lecture on our inner microbial ecosystem.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Synthetic Communities to Elucidate the Complex Behavior of Microbes in Interaction

Explore synthetic microbial communities to understand complex interactions and behaviors of microbes, presented by Gabriela Olmedo-Alvarez at WIMSA Conference 2022.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

IIT Kharagpur;  NPTEL

Environmental Biotechnology

Explore microbial applications in environmental protection, from bioremediation to climate change mitigation. Learn biotechnology's role in addressing ecological challenges and fostering sustainability.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

GEO GIRL

Life in Oxic, Suboxic, and Anoxic Sediments - Yes, Some Life Doesn't Require Oxygen!

Explore microbial life in sediment layers, from oxygen-rich to oxygen-free zones. Learn about diverse metabolic processes and their impact on organic matter decomposition in marine and freshwater environments.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

American Society for Microbiology

The Effects of Fracking on the Microbial Ecology of Groundwater

Explore the impact of fracking on groundwater microbes, discussing environmental engineering, biocides, and potential downstream effects on watersheds and climate change.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

American Society for Microbiology

Metabolic Activity of the Skin Microbiome - Is Our First Line of Defense Sleeping on the Job

Explore the skin microbiome's role as our first defense, examining bacterial dormancy and survival in harsh conditions. Learn about research methods and implications for human health.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Society for Experimental Biology

How Microbes Melt Glaciers and Ice Sheets

Explore how microbes impact glaciers and ice sheets, from altering physical properties to affecting climate change, in this fascinating look at Earth's least-studied biome.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Microbial Ecology and Evolution by Deepa Agashe

Explore microbial ecology and evolution, focusing on bacterial survival, reproduction, and community formation. Gain insights into quantitative approaches for understanding fundamental principles of cellular life.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

AGU

Living Landscapes: Present and Past Interactions Between Coastal Sediments and Biota - Sharp Lecture 2014

Exploring interactions between coastal sediments and biota, from modern wetland erosion to early life evidence in rocks, using models and experiments at the intersection of geomorphology, ecology, and paleontology.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

AGU

Methane from Hydraulic Fracturing - Microbial Origins and Impact

Researchers unveil the origin and habitat of bacteria in hydraulic fracturing wells, discussing their impact on methane production using genomic analysis, isotopic tracers, lab cultures, and computer models.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Microbes, Diet, and Immunity - The Interplay of Human Health

Explore the revolutionary impact of microbiome research on medicine, health, and disease. Learn how diet, exercise, and stress affect trillions of microbes in our bodies and their influence on various medical conditions.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

A Colorful Tapestry for Sustainable Agriculture

Explore sustainable agriculture solutions balancing global food demand and soil preservation. Discover the potential of organic farming and diverse approaches to regenerate our planet's vital life support system.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Linnean Society

Plagues upon the Earth: The Natural History of Human Germs

Explore humanity's long struggle with infectious diseases, from ancient plagues to COVID-19. Discover how human progress and microbial ecology intertwine in shaping our history and future health challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

EIT Food;  Università di Torino

El microbioma humano

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Descubra qué es el microbioma y el papel que desempeña en la buena salud humana.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TEDx

Plaidoyer pour l'humain microbien - Une zone à défendre

Découvrez l'importance cruciale du microbiote intestinal pour notre santé et l'environnement. Joël Doré explique les conséquences de sa maltraitance et propose des solutions pour une meilleure gestion de notre part microbienne.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course