Micro Defenders

Microbes are often perceived as harmful to us, because some cause infections, not only of us but also other organisms like animals and plants. However, most microbes cause us no harm at all and many are really beneficial to us and other organisms. Indeed, some microbes actually defendprotect us from harm: these are our MicroDefenders, some of which are showcased in this MicroDefenders Gallery. Let’s learn about and celebrate the microbes that save us and other organisms from harm!