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Our newest title, Microbiology Outlooks is now open to submissions! If you have a review, perspective, or commentary to contribute, submit to this forward-looking journal covering all areas of microbiology research: #NewJournal #Mout

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Did you know we’ve got a whole bank of blogs on Antimicrobial Resistance? 📚. From policy to podcasts, to education and outreach, our blogs showcase the latest research in AMR research and global member-led initiatives driving the Knocking Out AMR project.

Susceptibility and transmission of mpox virus infection in brown rats (Rattus norvegicus). Published Open Access and fee-free in JGV using a Publish and Read agreement: #JGV #PublishAndRead

Society Event Grant – applications for funding to attend 2025 Annual meeting in Ireland are now open until 27 Aug 25 at 23:59 BST. Check your eligibility and apply now:

Publishing Open Access (OA) with us on average increases usage by 7x and doubles citation rate vs non-OA papers. Publish OA with us for wider reach, greater visibility and increased opportunity for impact.

RT @DrRPGalleh: WHAT COMES TO MIND WHEN YOU SEE STREET DRUGS 💊 💉🌿 HAWKERS LIKE THIS?. Together, we can stop the spread of fake, expired, an….

Last chance to submit your application for the #JGV Editor-in-Chief position. If you want to play a key role in the journal ensuring that we publish high-quality research and engage with the virology and microbiology community, apply before 29 August:

Eligible members can apply for up to £1000 to support relevant science outreach or public engagement initiatives. Check your eligibility and apply for an Outreach and Engagement grant before 01 Oct 25 at 23.59 BST.

Comparative genomic analysis of Latilactobacillus sakei strains provides new insights into their association with different niche adaptations. Read now in Microbiology: #MicrobioJ

Immersive virtual reality in second-level education: a partnered narrative on the challenges and opportunities for STEM engagement. Get the full details in Access Microbiology: #AccessMicro

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RT @DrRPGalleh: #DrugAbuse drives #AMR. The silent pandemic. We’re taking action in Nasarawa State 🇳🇬 with an #AntiDrugSensitisationCampaig….

Society Event Grant – applications for funding to attend 2025 Annual meeting in Ireland are closing tomorrow at 23:59 BST. Check your eligibility and apply now:

Genomic features of three major diarrhoeagenic Escherichia coli pathotypes in India. Explore this topic further in MGen: #MGen

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The 8th International Conference on Microbiome Engineering will take place on 1-3 December in Antwerp, Belgium. Abstract submission is open until 1 September. Early bird registrations are open until 13 October.

If you are planning a short (one-to three-month) research visit to another laboratory, don’t miss your opportunity to apply for funding via our Research visit grant Check your eligibility and apply before 01 October 2025 at 23.59 BST.

RT @AislingBrady95: A huge thanks to the @MicrobioSoc for their support with my External Event Grant! Attending this conference has been hu….

📸It’s World Photography Day! We asked our photographer, Debbie, to select her favourite photos from the past year. No 1: our busy Annual Conference 2025. No 2: our member-led microbe-themed drag show! We would love to see your best Society snaps from the past year!🤗