Bio

Dr. Philip M. Tierno, the NYU Medical Center director of clinical microbiology and diagnostic immunology, shares the story of bacteria, viruses, and prions and their myriad effects on human beings. From toxic shock syndrome to Lyme disease to diarrheal infections of the Third World, Tierno offers a broad overview of the impact of these microbes on the world today. He also addresses germ warfare, anthrax and other possible bioweapons.

Past Shows

Bacterial Threats

2nd hour guest, NYU Medical Center's Dr. Phillip Tierno, the author of The Secret Life of Germs, discussed recent outbreaks of drug resistant bacteria. Specifically, he addressed "community acquired" MRSA—staph infections that begin with a slight reddening... more >>
Host: George Noory

Alien Moon Bases

Glenn Steckling (website), Tuesday's main guest, discussed the preponderance of visual evidence for unusual structures and activities on the moon. His revision of his late father’s book, “Alien Bases on the Moon," includes many of these photographs.... more >>
Host: George Noory

Germ Warfare

Dr. Philip Tierno the director of clinical microbiology and diagnostic immunology at NYU Medical Center was Wednesday night's guest. Discussing the recent SARS outbreak, he said the virus appeared to have three means of transmission: person to person,... more >>
Host: George Noory

Dr. Philip M. Tierno

Dr. Philip M. Tierno, the NYU Medical Center director of clinical microbiology and diagnostic immunology, shares the story of bacteria, viruses, and prions and their myriad effects on human beings. From toxic shock syndrome to Lyme disease to diarrheal... more >>
Host: Art Bell