A far-reaching global study led by CU Boulder scientists has found that climate is a critical determinant of microbial diversity on amphibian skin, with colder, variable temperatures producing richer bacterial communities than warmer, stable environments. The researchers hypothesize that warmer temperatures may encourage faster microbial turnover on the amphibians’ skin, leading a few dominant bacteria to quickly conquer and squash diversity. The Microbiology Immunology offers an online Graduate Certificate in Biohazardous Threat Agents and Emerging Infectious Diseases.
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The Microbiology Immunology offers an online Graduate Certificate in Biohazardous Threat Agents and Emerging Infectious Diseases.
Ranked as: #88 in Best National University
Tuition: -
State: AL
Acceptance: -
A far-reaching global study led by CU Boulder scientists has found that climate is a critical determinant of microbial diversity on amphibian skin, with colder, variable temperatures producing richer bacterial communities than warmer, stable environments. The researchers hypothesize that warmer temperatures may encourage faster microbial turnover on the amphibians’ skin, leading a few dominant bacteria to quickly conquer and squash diversity. By contrast, colder temperatures may encourage dormancy among some microbes, thwarting the possibility for rapid takeover and allowing for bacterial cycling throughout the year. CU-Boulder expands degree options for energy and water professionals.
