Journal of Microbiology & Biology Education (Jan 2012)

The Microbial Contamination of Mobile Communication Devices

  • Joanna Verran

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1128/jmbe.v13i1.351
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 13, no. 1
pp. 59 – 61

Abstract

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This tip describes a simple laboratory exercise to assess the microbial contamination of mobile phones, and suggests extension work that enables additional exploration of the topic. At its most basic, it is suitable for the school classroom; more advanced development of the suggested activities are suitable for undergraduate project work.