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Pathogen genomics is increasingly used in publicly funded studies and has important implications for understanding infectious diseases and their spread. However, unlike many other research areas, it has seen little patient and public involvement (PPI), thereby missing opportunities to enhance both research processes and outcomes.
Scientific Event Travel Grant: Hannah returns with renewed motivation and new ideas
Dr Hannah Trivett, University of Birmingham, reports back from EMBL Human Microbiome Conference held in Heidelberg, Germany, where she presented her research with the support of AMI’s Scientific Event Travel Grant. I am deeply grateful to Applied Microbiology International for awarding me the Applied Microbiology International Travel Grant, which enabled me to attend and present my research at the EMBL Human Microbiome Conference held in Heidelberg, Germany.
The true cost of science
In the world of innovation, the cost of science extends far beyond research budgets and laboratory expenses. Maintaining a successful company goes beyond low expenses and high-profit margins. Companies must navigate strategic investments in intellectual property, talent development, sustainability practices, customer relationships, and partnerships with collaborators and investors. Starting a company from scratch takes drive, determination, and perseverance.
Under the microscope: commercialisation of the microbiome
Whipps et al. first defined the in 1988 as the community of all microorganisms living within a particular environment, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Since its recognition over 40 years ago, the microbiome has become increasingly popular in the laboratory and a hot topic in popular culture.
A festive guide to fermentation
When asked to think of microbes associated with food, those which come to mind may have connotations with being ‘bad’. Clostridium, Salmonella, Campylobacter, and E. coli are all associated with food poisoning, and spikes in the incidence of food poisoning are indeed often recorded during the festive period. However, not all microbes are harmful. Without microbes, many of our favourite festive foods would cease to exist.
Virgin soil effect: how did European diseases impact native populations in The Americas
The so-called ‘Age of Discovery’ was a period of exploration, exchanging new foods, gold and culture. However, with the exchanges between Europe and The Americas, there was also the exchange of pathogens with native populations. What may have caused a slight cough and cold or to Europeans was deadly to others. Imported diseases brought to shores by explorers caused widespread epidemics across the Americas.
Virgin soil effect: how did European diseases impact native populations in The Americas
The so called ‘Age of Discovery’ was a period of exploration, exchanging new foods, gold and culture. However, with the exchanges between Europe and The Americas, there was also the exchange of pathogens with native populations. What may have caused a slight cough and cold or to Europeans was deadly to others. Imported diseases brought to shores by explorers caused widespread epidemics across the Americas.
Under the microscope: the role of marine extremophiles in industry and research
Extremophiles are organisms which survive in extreme conditions. They are adapted to survive in niche environments, including pressure, alkalinity, acidity and temperature. From the deep pressures of the oceans to the heat of hydrothermal vents, the sea offers a variety of unique environments, which would be lethal habitats for other organisms. The different classes of extremophiles each have unique biological adaptations which are advantageous to their survival in extreme marine environments.
Biodeterioration and bioconservation of Mayan historical monuments: two sides of a coin
Historical monuments are the most evident manifestations of a people’s cultural legacy. In Mexico, Mayan archaeological sites stand as some of the most significant cultural examples in the Western hemisphere, now constituting part of the international historical heritage.
Postdoc Appreciation Week
Postdoc Appreciation Week began in the USA in 2009 and more recently has been adopted on British soil since 2020. Applied Microbiology International is celebrating postdoc contributions to research and academia. Postdoctoral research associates are indispensable due to their expertise and advanced training to reach this research level, advancing scientific discovery and collaboration.
Under the microscope: the rhizosphere
The rhizosphere is a narrow region of soil that surrounds the roots of plants. It is a dynamic and complex environment where the roots, soil, and microorganisms interact. The term “rhizosphere” was first coined by plant physiologist Lorenz Hiltner and comes from the Greek words “rhiza,” meaning root, and “sphaira,” meaning sphere. Roots act as a surface for nutrient exchange between the soil and plants.
Under the microscope: Japanese encephalitis
Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) is a flavivirus related to well-known viruses like West Nile, Dengue and Yellow fever and is the etiological agent of Japanese encephalitis (JE). Whilst deemed a rare exotic tropical disease by the West, it is one of the leading causes of viral encephalitis globally, widespread across Asia-Pacific, endemic in 24 countries of south and southeast Asia. Each year it has been estimated that there are ~70,000 clinical cases of JE, impacting young children the most.
Under the Microscope: Viral Hepatitis
Hepatitis describes liver inflammation caused by a range of viruses and non-infectious agents such as alcohol. There are five main types of hepatitis (A-E), with hepatitis B and C most concerning, causing 8000 new infections each day. Hepatitis is a preventable disease, yet it is estimated that more than 350 million individuals are affected globally, with over 1 million deaths annually because of the infection.
Solutions to the global burden of foodborne illness
Global Burden of Foodborne Illnesses Food safety is a broad title that covers various topics, including food security, economic prosperity, and human health through food and agricultural production. The World Health Organisation (WHO) plays a pivotal role in coordinating stakeholders across the globe to work collaboratively to reduce the burden of foodborne illness.
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