A study of the microbial contribution to Earth’s biogeochemical cycles. This course examines the bacterial and archaeal microbial communities that contribute to nutrient cycling in terrestrial and aquatic environments. Emphasis is placed on the discovery of new organisms and enzymes involved in these processes and the use of innovative methodologies to explore their ecology [Note: BIOL 346/446 material recommended. Offered: F] Prereq: BIOL 140/240, 140/240L, 241
