My college's biological sciences dept has run out of student internship/research positions. The professors have emailed me back, saying that they might have openings in the spring. But I want to do something now. What are my other options? I'm in Los Angeles. [more inside]
posted by Xere on Sep 28, 2009 - 10 answers

A young microbiologist feels stifled & unsatisfied at his current job and seeks something more creative and people-oriented. [more inside]
posted by Turkey Glue on Jul 15, 2009 - 3 answers

What is the best microbiology textbook for a non-microbiologist scientist who works in the pharma industry with antibiotic products? [more inside]
posted by Punctual on Nov 14, 2008 - 6 answers

Complicated microbology/ecology conundrum: Just bought a little house on a river. The house has two big rocks that jut out into the water that are perfect to sit on...if it weren't for the poop on them (most in a thin, dried layer). Help me figure out a solution that maximizes sanitation and minimizes environmental impact... [more inside]
posted by yellowcandy on Jun 11, 2008 - 15 answers

Is it fair to say that the cells that a particular virus uses to reproduce itself are the cells where symptoms of the disease will tend to manifest? [more inside]
posted by serazin on Mar 10, 2008 - 14 answers

Why do bacteria and viruses make us sick? [more inside]
posted by serazin on Nov 10, 2007 - 30 answers

Help me mingle at a conference full of people from graduate school programs I want to attend. [more inside]
posted by fermezporte on Jun 20, 2007 - 5 answers