Virtual Lab: Investigate Decontamination and Selective Toxicity in Microbial Growth Control

A dental patient is facing a recurring infection that is escalating to a potentially life-threatening septic condition. Your mission is to probe the root cause through diffusion disc assays and implement measures to prevent future occurrences by exploring sterilization, decontamination, and selectively toxic infection control techniques.

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Learning Objectives

At the end of this simulation, you will be able to:
  • Explain the mechanisms and reasons behind microbial colonization.
  • Identify potential sources of contamination.
  • Discuss the consequences of uncontrolled population growth in microorganisms.
  • Describe the optimal conditions for microbial growth and how they can be modified.
  • Understand various levels of selective toxicity.
  • Detail methods for controlling microbial growth.
  • Define selective toxicity and its implications for host organisms.
  • Distinguish between disinfectants, antiseptics, and antimicrobials.
  • Examine the utility of antimicrobial agents.
  • Understand why different antimicrobials are effective against various infections.
  • Choose an appropriate antimicrobial agent to target a specific microorganism.
  • Compare the efficacy of different antimicrobial compounds.

How do virtual labs work?

Enhance students' involvement in science by immersing them in interactive learning scenarios. Create simulations for experiments, provide hands-on training in laboratory techniques, and convey theoretical concepts through captivating visual experiences to improve their overall long-term learning outcomes.

  • Access web-based simulations that are compatible with laptops, Chromebooks, tablets, and iPads, eliminating the need for software installation.
  • Incorporate a teacher dashboard for automated grading and monitoring of student progress.
  • Utilize embedded quizzes to assist students in mastering scientific content.
  • Comprehensive repository of educational materials, including learning resources, lab reports, videos, theory pages, graphics, and more.

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LMS Integration

imaginX seamlessly integrates with leading LMS (Learning Management Systems), enabling educators to track student performance and allowing students to maintain their work records. It is compatible with popular platforms such as Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, Google Classroom, Schoology, Sakai, Brightspace/D2L, and can also be used independently of an LMS.

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Unlimited users faculty & students
Simulations
Simulations
Pedagogy Experts
Pedagogy Experts
Gamification
Gamification
Multiplayer
Multiplayer
Networking
Networking
Assignments
Assignments
Auto Grading
Auto Grading
AI
AI
LMS Integartion
LMS Integartion
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