Be inspired by some of the world’s leading microbiologists, discover the work of laboratories around the world, get advice on key topics and find out about exciting career opportunities in the world of microbiology.
Be Inspired
Bringing water and sanitation to the world
Find out what it takes to be the Global Director, Insights for a global nonprofit organisation helping to ensire access to safe drinking water worldwide.
Extreme edge - our interview with Sustainable Microbiology’s first Editor-in-Chief David Pearce
David Pearce, Editor-in-Chief of Sustainable Microbiology, the latest scientific journal launched by Applied Microbiology International, talks adaptability, environmental microbiology and life at a polar research station.
Finding resilience amidst sea turtle-associated microbes
I remember one summer afternoon as a teenager, buying second-hand schoolbooks and finding a rugged veterinarian handbook on parasitic infections – it felt like I’d found a treasure someone had misplaced. Little did I know that the enthusiasm for tiny and weird critters would lead to a journey where years ...
VIDEO: Jonathan Van-Tam fields questions from early career scientists at Applied Microbiology International Awards 2022
Former Deputy Chief Medical Officer Jonathan Van-Tam delivered fascinating insights during a Q&A session with early career scientists at the Applied Microbiology International Awards 2022.
The Kulkarni Lab
The Kulkarni Lab works to determine how locally derived complement proteins in the lung can be harnessed to reduce the burden of end-stage lung disease.
The Stewart Lab
The Stewart Lab at Newcastle University are working to harness the infant gut microbiome to predict disease and personalise preventative therapy.
The Oguntoyinbo Lab
The Oguntoyinbo Lab at Appalachian State University focuses on food safety and security issues with its exploration of microbic diversity in fermented foods
Lab Godoy
The Microbiome Lab at the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine aims to translate microbial ecology to improve human health
The Eloe-Fadrosh Group
The work of the Eloe-Fadrosh group is focused on developing computational tools and resources to uncover microbial diversity across Earth’s ecosystems.
Advice
What could a degree in microbiology do for you?
Professor Nicola Stanley-Wall of the University of Dundee showcases the skills people develop while studying for a microbiology degree.
The power in peer mentoring
Bernadine Idowu-Onibokun shares her experience in how positive role models, networks and visibility in science can foster a sense of belonging in your career.
Which skills does it take to make a good biomedical scientist?
Key advice from an NHS Training Officer
I finished my PhD, now what?
Simple tips to secure a postdoc position
Nine to five
Bringing water and sanitation to the world
Find out what it takes to be the Global Director, Insights for a global nonprofit organisation helping to ensire access to safe drinking water worldwide.
Microbiome manipulation to protect against climate change
Ashley Dungan descibes her role, research interests and work at The University of Melbourne.
A day in the life of a dairy microbiome field scientist
My role with California-based microbial solutions company Native Microbials takes me from the lab to the heart of the herd
A day in the life of: A Medical Microbiologist
Insights into the working life from the forefront of tackling AMR.
A director’s perspective on advancing the world of health
If you are a biomedical scientist with a passion to contribute to the healthcare industry, there are numerous opportunities waiting for you in the private sector.