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Corals show ‘vaccine-like’ responses after pathogen exposure

To boost the resilience of corals in the face of increasing sea temperatures and the spread of disease, researchers have found that controlled, low-level exposure to dead pathogenic cells can help corals resist future infection.

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Succession of colonising fungi reveals the dynamic nature of herbivore dung
2026-09-21T00:36:00+01:00By Linda Stewart
Scientists investigating fungi colonising the dung of African herbivores, including rhinoceros, giraffe and zebra, have revealed how different groups of fungi succeed one another as dung decomposes.
Horizon Award winners one year on: What are they up to?
2026-09-17T15:39:00+01:00By Linda Stewart
The nominations for the Horizon Awards are in - and the judges are making their decisions. While we await the big announcement, we’ve been catching up with the superstars who won in 2025.
Meet the Global Ambassadors: our Q&A with Sanjib Bhakta
2026-09-17T08:38:00+01:00By Linda Stewart
The Microbiologist gets to know our Global Ambassador for the UK, Professor Sanjib Bhakta who is Professor of Molecular Microbiology and Biochemistry at Birkbeck, University of London.
How a sceptic was won over: Charlotte Wilson on her internship with AMI
2026-09-16T07:15:00+01:00By Charlotte Wilson
Fourth year PhD student Charlotte Wilson admits she was sceptical before she embarked on her PIPS internship with Applied Microbiology International’s Communications and Marketing Team - but here’s how it turned out.
Paper reveals huge enthusiasm for Caribbean microbiome hub at inaugural symposium
2026-09-14T07:50:00+01:00By Linda Stewart
Turnout at a recent symposium has confirmed the appetite for a new microbiome hub in Puerto Rico, reveals Puerto Rico AMI Global Ambassador Dr. Filipa Godoy-Vitorino.
Applied Microbiology International announces new president, Professor Raquel Peixoto
2026-09-10T15:15:00+01:00By Linda Stewart
Applied Microbiology International is delighted to announce that Professor Raquel Peixoto will be taking over the reins from Professor Jack Gilbert as President.
Professor Jack Gilbert leaves a lasting legacy of collaboration and global engagement at AMI
2026-09-10T15:00:00+01:00By Linda Stewart
As Professor Jack Gilbert steps down as President of Applied Microbiology International, he leaves a legacy of collaboration, generosity and an unwavering commitment to strengthening our global community.
AMI welcomes new member to its Board of Trustees
2026-09-10T13:00:00+01:00By Linda Stewart
Applied Microbiology International has welcomed Professor Les Baillie as the latest member of its Board of Trustees. We also bid a fond farewell and thank you to Professor Diane Purchase who is leaving the Board.
AMI calls for marine microbes to be at the heart of Europe’s future ocean policy
2026-09-10T01:20:00+01:00By Linda Stewart
Applied Microbiology International (AMI) has responded to the European Commission’s consultation on the proposed EU Ocean Act, highlighting the essential contribution of marine microorganisms to ocean health, climate regulation, biodiversity and the blue bioeconomy.