Have you ever thought about what happens to all of the toxic wastes humans generate? Where do these toxins go in the environment once they have been dumped somewhere? In many cases, these wastes accumulate in specific places within natural environments, including plants, animals, soils, and in water. If left in the environment, it is possible that some of those toxins might make their way into food or water used by humans. However, through studies of specific wastes that were generated, in some cases centuries ago, we have discovered that many toxins can be degraded by natural means if…

To be a good controller requires an innate ability to accept constructive criticism, to know one’s own capabilities and limitations, to be relatively good with numbers, to be able to recall obscure regulatory information at a moment’s notice, and to be able to listen to and interpret numerous conversations all at the same time.

Air Traffic Control Fundamentals: The Definitive Guide emphasizes that when it comes to aviation safety, the duties and responsibilities of air traffic controllers are indispensable—not just in the air, but on airport surfaces as…

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The importance of microbiology to biology majors becomes more, and more evident as new research points to critical linkages between humans and microbial communities found in our bodies. As biology students become more aware of the microbial communities in our bodies, or the importance they play in the health of our environment it is critical that they have a good appreciation of the laboratory side of the field of microbiology to understand the methods we use to learn about microorganisms. Microbiology Laboratory…