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View article: RSV explorations: using a case series focused on a single microbe to connect concepts across an undergraduate microbiology course
RSV explorations: using a case series focused on a single microbe to connect concepts across an undergraduate microbiology course Open
The ASM Curriculum Guidelines recommend that undergraduate microbiology courses should cover a wide variety of content ideally utilizing active learning approaches, which promote participation and enhance student success. However, in conte…
View article: Draft genome of <i>Thermoanaerobacter thermohydrosulfuricus</i> strain AK152, a novel thermophilic and anaerobic bacterium isolated from a hot spring in Iceland
Draft genome of <i>Thermoanaerobacter thermohydrosulfuricus</i> strain AK152, a novel thermophilic and anaerobic bacterium isolated from a hot spring in Iceland Open
We present the draft genome of the bacterium Thermoanaerobacter thermohydrosulfuricus strain AK152, a thermophilic, endospore–spore-forming, anaerobe isolated from a hot spring in Grensdalur, in Southwestern Iceland. This assembled genome …
View article: A Tool to Advance Inclusive Teaching Efforts: The “Who’s in Class?” Form
A Tool to Advance Inclusive Teaching Efforts: The “Who’s in Class?” Form Open
We developed the "Who's in Class?" form with the major goals of increasing instructors': (1) awareness of their learners' diverse attributes and identities, and (2) implementation of inclusive teaching practices.
View article: What Really Matters for Instructors Implementing Equitable and Inclusive Teaching Approaches
What Really Matters for Instructors Implementing Equitable and Inclusive Teaching Approaches Open
Supporting instructor implementation of equitable and inclusive teaching approaches is a critical area of focus in educational development. However, there is limited empirical evidence on factors that either support or hinder instructors’ …
View article: Inhibition of Ebola Virus by a Molecularly Engineered Banana Lectin
Inhibition of Ebola Virus by a Molecularly Engineered Banana Lectin Open
Ebolaviruses cause an often rapidly fatal syndrome known as Ebola virus disease (EVD), with average case fatality rates of ~50%. There is no licensed vaccine or treatment for EVD, underscoring the urgent need to develop new anti-ebolavirus…
View article: Exploring the March to Mars Using 3D Print Models
Exploring the March to Mars Using 3D Print Models Open
With the increased availability of 3D printers and open databases containing 3D print files, academic institutions are giving more thought into how such technology can be used in the classroom to further student learning. One way that 3D p…
View article: How to Design a Classroom Activity that Integrates 3D Print Models with Active Learning
How to Design a Classroom Activity that Integrates 3D Print Models with Active Learning Open
Student exploration of relevant physical models can deepen knowledge of course material. In this guide we describe a method by which instructors can integrate 3D printing technology with an established teaching strategy, the classroom jigs…
View article: Susceptibility of Human Endogenous Retrovirus Type K to Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors
Susceptibility of Human Endogenous Retrovirus Type K to Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors Open
Human endogenous retroviruses (HERVs) make up 8% of the human genome. The HERV type K (HERV-K) HML-2 (HK2) family contains proviruses that are the most recent entrants into the human germ line and are transcriptionally active. In HIV-1 inf…
View article: Human Endogenous Retrovirus Type K (HERV-K) Particles Package and Transmit HERV-K–Related Sequences
Human Endogenous Retrovirus Type K (HERV-K) Particles Package and Transmit HERV-K–Related Sequences Open
Human endogenous retroviruses (HERV) make up 8% of the human genome. While the youngest of these retroviruses, HERV-K(HML-2), termed HK2, is able to code for all viral proteins and produce virus-like particles, it is not known if these vir…