Location

OCB 100

Start Date

28-4-2022 1:30 PM

Document Type

Poster

Description

The research project conducted this semester is significant because of the current problem of antibiotic resistance. Antibiotic resistance has become a major concern not only due to the increase in bacteria that are resistant to most antibiotics but also due to the lack of research in finding new antibiotics. Soil samples were collected in the hope of finding new antimicrobials. These soil samples were then serially diluted, after which candidates that showed zones of inhibition were isolated. The potential candidates were tested against the safe relatives of the ESKAPE pathogens. Furthermore, genetic sequencing and metabolic testing helped to identify the organism. Examination of the compound produced by the candidate will determine whether it is an effective antimicrobial.

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The faculty mentor for this project was Melissa Beaty, Biology.

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Apr 28th, 1:30 PM

Antimicrobials in Soil

OCB 100

The research project conducted this semester is significant because of the current problem of antibiotic resistance. Antibiotic resistance has become a major concern not only due to the increase in bacteria that are resistant to most antibiotics but also due to the lack of research in finding new antibiotics. Soil samples were collected in the hope of finding new antimicrobials. These soil samples were then serially diluted, after which candidates that showed zones of inhibition were isolated. The potential candidates were tested against the safe relatives of the ESKAPE pathogens. Furthermore, genetic sequencing and metabolic testing helped to identify the organism. Examination of the compound produced by the candidate will determine whether it is an effective antimicrobial.