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Overview
The Microbiology Society is delighted to be delivering Microbiology Society Annual Meeting in Ireland on 4-5 November 2025.
The Irish Division of the Microbiology Society invites you to join us in Athlone for a one-and-a-half-day meeting that is focused on the best of Microbiology on the island of Ireland, building new relationships and reaffirming those already established.
At the meeting, we will learn about some of the fantastic Microbiology research that is happening across a diverse range of topics, reflecting the idea that interdisciplinarity can broaden horizons and open new doors to breakthroughs. This meeting builds on the strength of Microbiology in Ireland across all thematic areas of research, while at the same time acting as a meeting place to encourage new collaborations and new ideas to flourish. It will also provide a range of opportunities for early career researchers to present their work in oral presentations, flash talks, and posters. Education and EPE submissions are also welcome, particularly those focused on fostering the next generation of microbiologists across the land. This is an excellent opportunity for researchers and educators to make connections and develop innovations around the teaching of Microbiology on the island and to explore new initiatives in public/policy engagement.
There are excellent rates on accommodation for early registrants and very competitive registration costs. There are also options for grants, available through the Microbiology Society and FEMS, to further support attendance.
We encourage you to book early, as places are limited, and we look forward to welcoming you to the Hodson Bay Hotel in October. Bígí linn ag MSAMI25.
Organising committee:
Jerry Reen, University College Cork
Florence Abram, University of Galway
Damien Brady, South East Technological University
Jason Chin, Queen's University Belfast
Stephen Kelly, Queen's University Belfast
John Kenny, Teagasc
Nicky O'Boyle, Trinity College Dublin
Guerrino Macori, University College Dublin
John MacSharry, University College Cork
Aoife Mulry, TUS Athlone
Rebecca Owens, Maynooth University
Merve Zeden, University of Galway
Further information will be announced in the build-up to the meeting on our social media channels. Follow us on Twitter @MicrobioSoc and Bluesky @microbiologysociety.org using the hashtag #MicrobioIrish25. We will also be sharing stories on Instagram @MicrobioSoc throughout the event.
Programme
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Lecture View
Tuesday 04 November
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Registration Opens
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Insights and Tips on Scientific Communication for ECRs
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Science Communication – Need to know
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Lunch
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Opening remarks Science Symposium
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Plasmid mediated antimicrobials resistance across One Health
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Serum triggers increased biofilm formation and antibiotic tolerance in Staphylococcus aureus via two independent mechanisms
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Assessing the presence of foodborne pathogens in Irish horticultural production settings
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Spaceflight alters host-gut microbiome interactions: lessons from multiomics in space
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Seaweed as a source of probiotics
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Flash Talks
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Sponsors Flash Pitch
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Break and Poster session 1 (Poster Numbers P001-P055)
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Embracing Diversity at the Host-Virus Interface
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Genome-Wide Analysis of Methylation Dynamics in Salmonella enterica Using Oxford Nanopore Technology
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Unmasking the microbial interactions which underpin successful ruminant methane mitigation via novel oxygen-releasing feed additives
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Cold Atmospheric Plasma Reprograms Biofilm Susceptibility and Host Responses in Chronic Infection Models
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Short Talks
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Sponsors Flash Pitch
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Pre-panel Drinks Reception
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IrD Down Through the Years – Panel Discussion
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ECR network event : Drop-In Session – What can IrD do for you and vice versa"
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Conference Dinner
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Bus leaves Hodson Bay Hotel for Radisson Hotel in Athlone
Wednesday 05 November
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Bus leaves Radisson Hotel Athlone for Hodson Bay Hotel
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Transmission of human intestinal spore-forming bacteria
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ChiVariARIBA: a modular, editable workflow and database for characterising chitin gene variation in Vibrio spp. and related bacteria
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Fungal Biodegradation and Defluorination of PFOS, 6:2 FTSA, and 6:2 FTAB by Cunninghamella elegans: Linking Metabolite Formation to Reduced Ecotoxicity
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Biofilm-Resistant Dental Implants: Exploring Omega-3 Fatty Acids as a Functional Coating
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Flash Talks
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Break and Poster session 2 (Poster Numbers P056-P118)
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Solving the puzzle of the TLOs: a telomeric gene family required for virulence in Candida albicans
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After a century of nisin research, where are we now and where are we going?
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Aspergillus-Pseudomonas Interactions Alter P. aeruginosa Lipopolysaccharide, reshaping membrane properties and bacterial behaviour
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Strain-specific activation of the SOS pathway limits carbapenemase gene dissemination in Vibrio cholerae in response to selective antibiotic stress environment
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Short Talks
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Panel ‘Reflections on Key themes from the Meeting’
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Accepted Abstract Prizes
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Closing remarks
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Conference End
Speakers
Prof. Gary Moran (Trinity College Dublin)
Prof. Fiona Walsh (Maynooth University)
Prof Gillian Gardiner (South East Technological University)
Dr Connor Bamford (Queen's University Belfast)
Dr Hilary Browne (University College Cork)
Registration
Registration for Microbiology Society Annual Meeting in Ireland is now closed.
For a smooth registration experience, please do not navigate away from the page once you start the registration process, as this will prevent you from continuing to the ‘Payment’ step once you return.
Microbiology Society members get heavily subsidised registration fees for Annual Conference, Focused Meetings and other Society events – both online and in-person. Join now to enjoy these discounts and many other opportunities that are designed for microbiologists at all stages of their careers.
All speakers and poster presenters will be attending in person.
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Microbiology Society Full member – for those with an academic or professional interest in microbiology |
€150 |
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Microbiology Society Student member - for those registered for a higher degree / studying at undergraduate level. |
€100 |
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Non-member |
€200 |
**If you have any problems or queries with your transaction, please contact the Conferences team at [email protected]
What's included in your registration fee?
- Admission to all scientific sessions
- Lunch and Tea and coffee breaks
- Conference dinner
- Certificate of attendance (available after the conference upon request)
Registration confirmation
Upon registration, you should receive an automated confirmation email. Please contact [email protected] if after 24 hours this has not been received.
Payment information
All registration fees must be paid in full BEFORE arrival at the conference. Any outstanding registration fees must be paid before admittance will be granted to the conference.
Cancellations
Refunds are not provided, however substitutions of attendees can be made at any time before the event by contacting [email protected].
Abstracts & Posters
Microbiology Society Annual Meeting In Ireland 2025 – Invited and Offered Talks Abstracts Booklet
Microbiology Society Annual Meeting In Ireland 2025 – Poster Abstracts Booklet
Microbiology Society Annual Meeting In Ireland 2025 – Invited and Offered Talks Abstracts Booklet
Microbiology Society Annual Meeting In Ireland 2025 – Poster Abstracts Booklet
The abstract submission for the Microbiology Society Annual Meeting in Ireland 2025 is now closed.
Abstract notifications will be sent around 22 August 2025.
Both members and non-members of the Microbiology Society are welcome to submit an abstract for the meeting. All offered oral presentations and posters will be selected from the abstracts submitted. Once submissions are closed, they will be reviewed by the organising committee and submitters will be notified of the outcome directly.By submitting an abstract to this meeting, you are indicating to the session organisers your commitment to attend the event.
Abstract guidance
Abstracts must be a maximum of 250 words. The Society has produced a guide to give delegates some tips on how to write a great abstract, which can be downloaded below:
Please note that the abstract is the only information session organisers use when deciding whether to accept your work for presentation as an offered oral or poster. If accepted, it will also be published in the abstract book for the meeting – so think carefully about what needs to be included.
Venue, Accommodation & Travel
Hodson Bay Hotel
The meeting will take place at the following venue:
Hodson Bay Hotel
Roscommon Road,
Athlone,
Ireland
N37 XR82
Directions
Car
Athlone Town Centre is 5km away
Airport
Air Dublin Airport – Hodson Bay Hotel: 135 Km (84 Miles)
Shannon Airport – Hodson Bay Hotel: 137 Km (85 Miles)
Ireland West Airport, Knock – Hodson Bay Hotel: 97 Km (60 Miles)
Hotel Accommodation
The Hodson Bay Hotel
To book, please contact the hotel reservations directly and quote '’Microbiology Society’’ to receive the special conference rate.
- €115.00 per night for a single room (B&B)
- €125.00 per night for a twin/double room (B&B)
Please note that early booking is advised, as there is a strict cut-off date for Microbiology Society Annual Meeting in Ireland room release back to the hotel. All free hotel rooms will be released back to the Hodson Bay on the 29 of September 2025.
Reservations: [email protected]
Telephone Number: +353 9064 42004
Grants
FEMS MEETING ATTENDANCE GRANTS
Members of the Microbiology Society can apply for a FEMS Meeting Attendance grant. The grant enables early career researchers to attend microbiology meetings worldwide to network, collaborate and keep abreast of new developments in their field. Support is limited to a maximum of € 750.
Eligibility:
Applicants should be active microbiologists, having obtained their highest degree less than five years prior to the application deadline date or be a PhD student*. They should be a member the Microbiology Society and a presenting author (oral or poster) at the meeting.
*periods of maternity/paternity leave, special leave or illness do not count toward this definition
Complete applications should be submitted on or before 1 September 2025.
Please read all information carefully on the FEMS Meeting attendance Grants page before submitting an application for funding.
Society Events Grant
Applications for the Society Events Grant to support members attending Microbiology Society Annual Meeting in Ireland are closed.
Grants will act as contribution towards registration, travel, and accommodation expenses only.
Eligibility requirements:
Eligible membership categories:
- Full Member
- Full Concessionary Member
- Postgraduate Student Members
- Undergraduate Student Members
Minimum membership period required:
A minimum membership period of one year and two consecutive membership payments is required. Postgraduate and Undergraduate with three-year memberships will need to have completed one-year memberships (three-year membership payment constitutes consecutive payment).
Please read all information carefully on the Society Events Grant page before submitting an application for funding.
Exhibition & Sponsorship
At the Microbiology Society Annual Meeting in Ireland over the two days there will be opportunities to network with delegates across all career stages, oral and poster presenters, and authors publishing in our journals. Please download our exhibition and sponsorship pack for more details. If you have any questions about the packages available, please email [email protected].
Exhibitors
Sponsors
