Applied Microbiology International

We’re excited to launch our 2026 grants portfolio, designed to support microbiologists at every stage of their journey. 🔎 Explore all our 2026 grants: appliedmicrobiology.org/funding.html Whether you’re looking to fund a research project, attend a conference, develop new skills, or make a difference in your community, there’s an AMI grant for you. 🔐 To access grant application forms, you must be logged in. Not a member yet? Join AMI today to unlock access to grants and other member benefits: appliedmicrobiology.org/membership/joi… #Microbiology #Grants #Training #ProfessionalDevelopment #Community #Outreach #Students #ECR #Events

We caught up with Daniel Jesuwenu Ajose, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Biology and Environmental Sciences, University of Mpumalanga in South Africa, who is one of the newest Junior Editors with Letters in Applied Microbiology. the-microbiologist.com/careers/qanda-…

With just under a week until the next installment of the MSE 2026 Speaker Series, don’t miss the chance to sign up to the free webinar below. Dr Naupaka Zimmerman will explore how fungal communities living inside leaves (endophytes) are shaped by their environment, host plants, and geography. the-microbiologist.com/news/a-world-w…

From one bench to another: Tyler Myers, an MPhil Candidate at the University of Cambridge, reports back from the Royal Society of Biology’s Voice of the Future event at Parliament, where he served as a guest panelist representing Applied Microbiology International. #VOF2026 the-microbiologist.com/careers/from-o… @RoyalSocBio

It's coffee o'clock! First of its kind research shows the potential role of coffee as an intervention to promote positive gut health and probes its effects on the gut-brain axis. Coffee was found to positively affect perceived mood and stress levels. Regular coffee consumption - whether caffeinated or not - also corresponds with evidence of biomarkers usually associated with better psychological wellbeing. the-microbiologist.com/news/new-resea… @Pharmabiotic @jfcryan

We caught up with Daniel Jesuwenu Ajose, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Biology and Environmental Sciences, University of Mpumalanga in South Africa, who is one of the newest Junior Editors with Letters in Applied Microbiology. the-microbiologist.com/careers/qanda-…

We’re building a Board of Trustees that reflects our global community. 🌐 Nominations for the Elected Trustee position on the AMI Board are closing soon. No prior board experience needed - just your perspective and passion. Learn more and apply: secure.cesvotes.com/V3-3-0/ami2026… Deadline: 29 April 2026

Call for evidence on childhood vaccination rates: It's your last chance to share your expertise with the House of Lords Childhood Vaccinations Committee which is carrying out an inquiry to examine declining childhood vaccination in England. Share your comments by close of play tomorrow. Full details...the-microbiologist.com/news/why-is-va…

The latest feature in our Disease X special issue examines the Japanese response to COVID-19, considerations for the next pandemic, and strategic preparedness. Read the full article today in #TheMicrobiologist the-microbiologist.com/features/clini…

It may seem stark and lifeless, but the air around the remote sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia contains viruses, including some that are new to science. Using metagenomics, researchers discovered that South Georgia harbours a diverse and dynamic airborne viral community. the-microbiologist.com/news/viruses-f…

Are you working on phage therapy or microbiome -based therapeutics? It's your last chance to respond to an inquiry by the UK Parliament’s Science and Technology Committee into why the NHS adoption of the UK’s cutting-edge life sciences innovations often fails - and what could be done to fix it. Deadline is this weekend. the-microbiologist.com/news/call-for-…

Nominate yourself! Applied Microbiology International has issued a call for a new member to join our team as an Elected Trustee on the AMI Board from September 2026. the-microbiologist.com/news/nominate-…

💬 "What I enjoy most about being a trustee is the opportunity to support a community that champions excellence and impact in microbiology." Play a key role in shaping AMI’s future, alongside passionate colleagues and a global microbiology community. Nominate yourself: secure.cesvotes.com/V3-3-0/ami2026…

Missed our latest Sustainable Microbiology Policy Spotlight webinar? You can now watch it on demand 🎬 Hear from senior policymakers and parliamentary affairs professionals, and discover how microbiologists can most effectively influence policy and decision-making. Watch now: appliedmicrobiology.org/resource/polic… #Microbiology #SciencePolicy #Policymaking #PolicyImpact

Why chromogenic media matters when testing for invasive pathogens: Could the cheapest plate be an expensive decision? Chris Armstrong, president of microbiology with Thermo Fisher Scientific, argues that laboratories should stop judging fungal culture media on unit price alone. the-microbiologist.com/opinion/why-ch…

📢 AMI Trustee nominations are now open Help guide our direction and make an impact. Stand for election to the AMI Board! Find out more & apply: secure.cesvotes.com/V3-3-0/ami2026… 🗓️ Submit your application by 29 April 2026

A new review finds that biological ammonia production offers strong potential as a cleaner, greener alternative to the costly Haber-Bosch process. Microbes such as Azotobacter can produce ammonia under ambient conditions and atmospheric pressure. the-microbiologist.com/news/scientist…

A single tree can harbour hundreds of species - yet few people will realise that some of those species live within the very leaves themselves. This fascinating free webinar will explore the fascinating world of fungal endophytes - communities that live inside leaves. the-microbiologist.com/news/a-world-w… @MicroSocEquity @UnivOfKansas @naupakaz

A surprising observation in a Japanese lab has revealed a remarkable ability in Stentor coeruleus, a single-celled organism about one millimeter long. Sometimes nicknamed the “platypus” of microorganisms for its trumpet-like shape, this tiny creature appears to have a distinct preference for corners. the-microbiologist.com/news/corner-lo… @HokkaidoUni @sorairo_stentor

Inspired by bacteriophages, researchers have developed a microscopic DNA needle that delivers molecules directly into cells and helps keep them active. It may solve a major problem in modern medicine: many therapies are trapped inside cells and lose their effect. the-microbiologist.com/news/virus-ins… @AarhusUni_int

Collaborate, learn, and grow at the FEMS Summer School for Postdocs 🎓 During the 6-day programme, you’ll: 🟢 Connect with international researchers 🟢 Take part in mentor-led panel discussions 🟢 Understand how learned societies and their members work with industry, funders, and policymakers to address global challenges Applications close 15 April - only 20 Spots available, don’t miss out! Apply now: fems-microbiology.org/about_fems/net… @FEMSmicro