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Curated OER

What is Microbiology?

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students demonstrate knowledge of important advances in microbiology by creating a timeline of microbiological milestones. Student also demonstrate application of the many milestones in microbiology by researching and reporting on the...
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University of California

Ucmp: Antony Van Leeuwenhoek

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from University of California has a biography and picture of Antony van Leeuwenhoek, a scientist in the 18th century.
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University of California

Princeton University: Dorothy Mc Clendon

For Students 9th - 10th
Profile of Dorothy McClendon, a microbiologist. Discusses her education and professional career.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Anton Van Leeuwenhoek

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Wikipedia encyclopedia provides a concise explanation of van Leeuwenhoek's (1632-1723 CE) contribution to the improvement of the microscope and his contributions to cell biology.
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Other

Aibs: Careers in Biology

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussion of different career areas for biologists, education and training, and a look into the future of biology as a career area. Many links to additional information.
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Other

Leeuwenhoek's World of Microbes

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has some history of van Leeuwenhoek (1632-1723 CE) with a description of his major accomplishments in the field of microbiology
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Other

Science Superstars: Anton Van Leeuwenhoek

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is provided for by Zephyrus. So, who was Anton van Leeuwenhoek (1632 -1723 CE)? What else did Leeuwenhoek do? Did he achieve anything else? What honors were awarded to him? These questions are answered in this informative site.
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Other

California Occupational Guides: Microbiologists

For Students 9th - 10th
A formal description of the duties of a microbiologist. Also provides information regarding working conditions, wages, job outlook, and sources for additional information.