Location
CoLab, OCB 100
Start Date
25-4-2024 12:00 PM
Document Type
Poster
Description
The emergence of the antibiotic, penicillin, in 1940 presented a world of opportunity for humans. However, researchers and scientists have battled the effects of antibiotic resistance globally. Throughout JCCC’s microbiology class, a soil sample has been analyzed and experimented on to test for antibiotic-producing bacteria within the community. A pure culture of bacteria was obtained from a soil sample through a series of culturing, diluting, and analysis. Furthermore, only one candidate (LEP 4) during this experiment stood out from the rest and showed signs of resistance against Staphylococcus epidermidis. The significance of this project is the knowledge and power that resides within looking at the dirt nearest to us and attempting to discover a new antibiotic in the vast world of varying microorganisms. In addition, it provides students an opportunity to contribute to impactful research while also enhancing their understanding of bacteria and antibiotics.
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My Backyard Bacteria: The Search for a New Antibiotic
CoLab, OCB 100
The emergence of the antibiotic, penicillin, in 1940 presented a world of opportunity for humans. However, researchers and scientists have battled the effects of antibiotic resistance globally. Throughout JCCC’s microbiology class, a soil sample has been analyzed and experimented on to test for antibiotic-producing bacteria within the community. A pure culture of bacteria was obtained from a soil sample through a series of culturing, diluting, and analysis. Furthermore, only one candidate (LEP 4) during this experiment stood out from the rest and showed signs of resistance against Staphylococcus epidermidis. The significance of this project is the knowledge and power that resides within looking at the dirt nearest to us and attempting to discover a new antibiotic in the vast world of varying microorganisms. In addition, it provides students an opportunity to contribute to impactful research while also enhancing their understanding of bacteria and antibiotics.
Comments
The faculty mentor for this project was Matthew Ducote, Biology.