Ep 11. Shining Bacteria Future

Moyashimon season 1 episode 11, titled "Shining Bacteria Future," follows the adventures of Tadayasu Sawaki, a student at an agricultural university with the unique ability to see and communicate with microbes. In this episode, Tadayasu and his classmates are tasked with creating a bacterial product that can be sold to the public.

As the episode begins, the students are hard at work in the lab, trying different combinations of bacteria to create a marketable product. Tadayasu and his friend Kei work together to create a drink made from a type of bacteria that can survive in extreme temperatures. They call the drink "Polar Pop," hoping that its ability to refresh and cool the body will make it a hit with consumers.

Meanwhile, another group of students is experimenting with a type of bacteria that produces a biofuel. They hope that their product, which they call "Green Oil," will be a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional petroleum-based fuels. However, their experiments are not going well, and they are running out of time to complete the project.

As the deadline for the project approaches, the students are forced to present their products to a panel of judges. Tadayasu and Kei present their Polar Pop, which is a hit with the judges and wins first place in the competition. The Green Oil team, however, is not as successful; their fuel fails to ignite and they are forced to withdraw from the competition.

Although the Green Oil team is disappointed, Tadayasu reminds them that failure is an important part of the scientific process. He encourages them to continue experimenting and to not give up on finding a viable biofuel option.

In the end, the students celebrate their hard work and success with a party, where they enjoy Polar Pop and reflect on their experiences in the lab. Tadayasu marvels at the diversity and resilience of the microorganisms that they worked with and imagines a future where bacteria are a key part of sustainable and environmentally friendly products.

"Shining Bacteria Future" is a fascinating glimpse into the world of microbiology and the potential uses of bacteria in everyday life. The episode demonstrates the importance of experimentation and resilience in the face of failure, and the power of scientific curiosity and collaboration. With its charming characters and educational premise, Moyashimon is a must-watch show for anyone interested in science or just looking for an entertaining and informative anime series.