Bacteria
Bacteria

Bacteria

by Vincent Racaniello, PhD, Sean Elliott, MD

Bacteria are single-celled prokaryotic organisms, believed to be the most ancient living organisms on Earth—so much so that mitochondria and chloroplasts likely evolved from bacteria that were engulfed by eukaryotes. Today, humans have a complex relationship with these organisms. While some are normal colonizers of body surfaces and tracts, and may even be integral to digestion, others have pathogenic potential and can thus be harmful.

In this course, the discussion will center around the most common bacterial pathogens in clinical practice. Additionally, the student will be introduced to the concept of the human microbiome, the basics of infection, bacterial toxins, and antimicrobial resistance.

For optimal comprehension, the student will be required to have preliminary knowledge of molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, histology, and physiology. Familiarity with the biology of prokaryotic cells is strongly encouraged.

Course Details

  • Videos 65
  • Duration 7:18 h
  • Quiz questions 240
  • Concept Pages 56

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Your Educators of course Bacteria

 Vincent Racaniello, PhD

Vincent Racaniello, PhD

Dr. Vincent Racaniello is a Higgins Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at Columbia University, in New York, USA.
He obtained his PhD at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, in New York City, in 1979 and joined the faculty of Columbia University in 1982.
Because of his achievements, he has received several awards, including the Irma T. Hirschl, Searle Scholars Program, Eli Lilly, and NIH Merit Awards. Dr. Racaniello is interested in using new media for medical education; he writes on his virology blog and hosts and produces several podcasts.
Within Lecturio, Dr. Racaniello teaches courses on Microbiology.

 Sean Elliott, MD

Sean Elliott, MD

Dr. Sean Elliott is the Professor of Clinical Pediatrics and the Associate Chair for the Department of Pediatrics at The University of Arizona, USA.
He obtained his MD from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1993. Currently, he is Pediatric Infectious Disease Specialist at the University of Arizona Medical Center.
He devotes time to Quality Improvement, graduate medical education efficacy and his scholarship with the Tucson Hospitals Medical Education Program (THMEP).
Within Lecturio, Dr. Elliott teaches courses on Microbiology.


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Good lecture
By Román V. on 07. April 2024 for Mycoplasma Pneumoniae

Well explained with all its components. Better than reading 30 slides of ppt

 
Emocionado por el curso
By Román V. on 07. April 2024 for Human Microbiome

Me gusta mucho más la introducción a este curso que la introducción aburrida que me dieron en la universidad. Se ve emocionante aprender el siguiente contenido

 
Top for medical students and interns
By deleted u. on 16. December 2023 for Bacteria

Excellent illustration, very informative. Lecturio is a life saver, I love it ?

 
Sooo good
By PATRIC B. on 12. April 2023 for Neisseria Meningitidis

sooooo sooo good!!! i understoof everything and is amazing that he included everything important about this bacteria! great teacher!