Microbiology: The Human Experience

The most accessible introduction to the microbiology that matters New contentincluding substantial coverage of recent disease outbreaks (COVID-19 and others), updated IMPACT applications, and integrated patient-centered case historiesdrive each chapters narrative, keeping students interest while ensuring that they learn the important underlying microbiology concepts. Consistent pedagogy in the text and an unparalleled suite of media resourcesincluding new Making Connections tutorial lessons in Smartwork, digital Infectious Disease Flashcards, revised Interactive Instructors Guide content with suggestions for applying active learning online, and updated Case Mystery case studiesgive students important practice while providing instructors with extensive, book-specific active learning resources. The Second Editions highly readable text has been thoughtfully streamlined to deliver the foundational microbiology concepts students will need to know as medical and laboratory professionals via clear explanations they will understand.