Major
Biology
Anticipated Graduation Year
2022
Access Type
Open Access
Abstract
This semester I have been assessing if MFP is a better chemical in inhibiting the growth of a bacteria found in the mouth. The data has been in comparison to NaF, which is an ingredient in toothpaste. Part of my work included biofilm assays of MFP and NaF, but both were unsuccessful. The second part of my research has focused on using the minimum inhibitory concentration to evaluate if MFP is more effective in preventing bacterial growth.
Faculty Mentors & Instructors
Dr. Jeremy Ritzert, Lecturer, Department of Biology
Video of me presenting my research powerpoint
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The Effectivity of Sodium Monofluorophosphate in Inhibiting Streptococcus mutans Growth in Comparison to Sodium Fluoride
This semester I have been assessing if MFP is a better chemical in inhibiting the growth of a bacteria found in the mouth. The data has been in comparison to NaF, which is an ingredient in toothpaste. Part of my work included biofilm assays of MFP and NaF, but both were unsuccessful. The second part of my research has focused on using the minimum inhibitory concentration to evaluate if MFP is more effective in preventing bacterial growth.