Case Studies for OpenStax Microbiology
Instructor Overview
This collection features case studies adapted from the "Clinical Focus" scenarios in the OpenStax Microbiology textbook. Each case has been expanded with thoughtfully crafted questions developed by microbiology instructors and students collaborating through the OSMA (OpenStax Microbiology Ancillaries) Project. These interactive, real-world clinical stories are designed to deepen student understanding of microbial diseases and reinforce key microbiological concepts through application, analysis, and discussion.
Collection Resources
OpenStax Microbiology Chapter Case Studies
- Interactive Book
Chapter 17 Case Study - When Breathing Isn’t Easy: A Hidden Genetic Threat
Biology CC BY 1 month agoError loading resource. Open in new window. - Interactive Book
Chapter 16 - Turkey, Duck, and Disaster: The Stuffing That Stuffed Everyone Up
Biology CC BY 1 month agoError loading resource. Open in new window. - Interactive Book
Chapter 15 Case Study - Hot Dog Headache: A Listeria Close Call
Biology CC BY 1 month agoError loading resource. Open in new window. - Interactive Book
Chapter 1 Case Study - An Unknown Encephalopathy
Biology CC BY 1 year agoError loading resource. Open in new window. - Interactive Book
Chapter 13 Case Study - CRE Kidney Infection & Septic Shock
Biology CC BY 6 months agoError loading resource. Open in new window. - Interactive Book
Chapter 12 Case Study - Lyme Disease
Biology CC BY 1 year agoError loading resource. Open in new window. - Interactive Book
Chapter 11 Case Study - The Flesh-Eating Flub
Biology CC BY 1 month agoError loading resource. Open in new window. - Interactive Book
Chapter 10 Case Study - Tacos, Toilets, and Toxins
Biology CC BY 1 month agoError loading resource. Open in new window. - Interactive Book
Chapter 9 Case Study - The Raw Deal
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Chapter 8 Case Study - Meningitis in the Sun
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