ABOUT TIMELINE PAST The history of microbiology is quite lengthy, starting form the first notion of it's existence around 55 BC to present where microbiology is a prime factor in everyone's lives. The past is what we build up our knowledge of microbiology now, our understanding of it has come a long way, from it's discovery by Leeuwenhoek to the overthrough in the belief of spontaneous life, and it goes on. Also prominent milestones in the history of microbiology is the development of vaccination and antibiotics, and the study of viruses. PRESENT The present circumstance for the field of microbiology stands very promising and holding great potential. The ability to manipulate DNA for specified benefits has dawned, and many have embraced this technology ardently. From specialized tailored medication, to cloning, to livestock and crop modification, microbiology stands very promising, scientifically and economically. FUTURE The future of microbiology is poised to revolutionize science, economy and life. The promise of manipulating and cloning chemicals, hopes for cheaper and more effective medication. Also other developments are synthesis of proteins and DNA, and applied genetic modifications in agricultural life forms to yield more profitable resources.