Hitch-hikers' Guide to Microbiology

Using plain English this one day course will introduce you to the world of germs, what they are and the diseases they cause, what DNA is, how it passes on messages and how it is used in the laboratory to diagnose infections. You will hear about the scary germs that can lurk in the kitchen and why there are problems with antibiotic resistance ie "super bugs". Visit the electron microscope to see these "invisible" invaders, have a go at some safe practical microbiology and see how well you wash your hands.

Course overview

Visit a laboratory and discover all about germs and diseases, explained in plain English. Your questions will be answered.  This course is suitable for everyone, and no previous knowledge is required.

Hitch-hikers guide to microbiology course flyer (PDF, 1.3 MB) 
 

Dates

• Tuesday 19 June 2012
• Tuesday 27 November 2012
   

Booking / registration details

Hitch-hikers course registration form (Word Document, 79 KB) 
 

Further information

Please contact:
Gloria Wilson
Education and Training Coordinator
Education and Training Unit
Health Protection Agency
Centre for Infections
61 Colindale Avenue
London NW9 5EQ

Direct Line: 020 8327 7808
Direct Fax:  020 8327 7804
Email: Gloria.Wilson@hpa.org.uk

Last reviewed: 1 May 2012