Tami Port
After completing a bachelor's degree in biology and master's degree in psychology, I continued to pursue my love of learning by collecting experience across the wide range of my interests. In my convoluted career path, I have wandered into zoo keeping, scientific research, marketing, pharmaceutical sales, and finally science education. Currently, I am a freelance writer and an adjunct college professor, teaching courses in cell and microbiology.
Although educated in the sciences, I have an insatiable curiosity about everything, and my broad range of experience leaves almost no topic off limits. In addition to a background in copy writing, I have published a master's thesis on primate behavior and written on various topics for Helium, LesTout, the Ontonagon Herald, Eaton County News and Michigan Herb Association.
Suite101 writer Feature Writer for Microbiology and Science & Nature Channel Guide at LesTout, I also contribute articles on a wide range of topics including Mental Health, Genetics, Evolution, Chemistry, Infectious Disease, Orchid Care, and Pet Care. I have recently launched the website Science Prof Online, a go-to source for clear, easy-to-understand information on general biology, cell biology, microbiology, including both a Virtual Cell Biology and Virtual Microbiology Classroom.
I live in Michigan with my husband and three children where I spend my spare time trying to take a quick nap.
Latest Articles
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Causes and Treatment of Pink Eye Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis, a.k.a. pink eye, is an inflammation of the mucous membrane surrounding the eye. Here are common causes of and treatments for pink eye.
Nov 25, 2011
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Antibacterial Copper Fights Hospital Acquired Bacterial Infection
Heavy metals have long been recognized to have antimicrobial properties. New studies show that copper surfaces can reduce incidence of nosocomial infection.
Oct 29, 2011
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Listeirosis: Listeria Bacteria and Food Poisoning
Listeria, a cold-tolerant microbe, can contaminate food and grow even under refrigeration. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself.
Oct 2, 2011
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Whooping Cough Pertussis: How Often Is Vaccination Required?
Data from the 2010 California pertussis outbreak reveals whooping cough vaccine may lose effectiveness in three years. New vaccination guidelines required?
Sep 23, 2011
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Cell Division: Binary Fission, Mitosis & Meiosis
There are three different types of cell division, the binary fission of prokaryotes, and mitosis and meiosis in eukaryotes. Here are the basics.
Aug 25, 2011
- Tami Port
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Why Do People Catch Colds in the Summer?
Coming down a common cold in the summertime can be even more miserable than suffering the average winter cold. Here's why colds can be caught anytime.
Jul 21, 2011
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Coliform Bacteria and Drinking Water Contamination
Coliforms are a group of bacteria commonly used as an indicator of possible fecal contamination of a water supply.
Jun 23, 2011
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Koch's Postulates: Scientific Method Linking Microbe to Disease
In the late 1800s, German physician Robert Koch formulated the series of steps required to prove the cause of any infectious disease.
May 29, 2011
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Obtaining Pure Bacterial Cultures From Clinical Samples
There two main microbiology methods used for isolating bacteria from a clinical sample in order to obtain pure cultures-streak plates and pour plates.
Apr 15, 2011
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Binary Fission: Cell Division & Reproduction of Prokaryotes
Prokaryotic cells reproduce by binary fission; a process in which the genetic material of the cell is copied and then the parent cell divides.
Apr 8, 2011
- Tami Port
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