July 2025 - AI & in silico Microbiology
This special issue features content from across The Microbiologist on the applications and potential of AI, machine learning an in silico research in microbiology. The issue will be updated across the month of July 2025 and include news, features, careers and opinion. If you would like to feature your work in this issue, please contact the editorial team.
News in AI & in silico
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From barnyard to bench: what sequencing reveals about microbial life across the farm-scape
We understand the water cycle and the flow of nutrients in ecological systems, but might microbial life also follow a cyclical, interconnected pattern, and how does that look with regards to food production?
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How artificial intelligence and machine learning are transforming agriculture’s future
Agriculture is at a pivotal moment in history, and the sector needs to adopt new ideas to survive and flourish. AI and Machine Learning are no longer futuristic concepts; they are transforming farming today and helping to solve problems that have persisted for a long time.
Opinions on AI & in silico
Clean data, clear insights: making AI work for microbiology
How AI-designed probiotics can help aquaculture feed Humanity – the right way
How AI is being applied to improve microbiological research
The role of AI in improving microbiology
How AI gives us food for thought
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Our special issue for August 2025 will be entitled Microbes for enhanced carbon capture. If you would like to feature your work in the next issue, please contact the editorial team. Access to previous special issues can be found here.