Not all microbes are pathogens. In fact, we’re covered in trillions of bacteria that play an important role in keeping us healthy! In this course, we will discuss the strategies microbes use to gain genes that allow them to become pathogens. You’ll learn about how bacteria share their DNA with each other, and how this can lead to the development of pathogens are a resistant to antibiotics.

Pre-requisites: It is recommended that students have a basic understanding of genetics and natural selection (the role of DNA and the effects of mutations).

Not offered this term