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Confirmation of changes to the Microbiology Society’s governing body
08 October 2024
As President of the Microbiology Society, I have written to all our members to confirm important changes to the Microbiology Society’s governing body, as voted for by the Society’s membership at its Annual General Meeting on 7 October 2024.
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Meet our Early Career Microbiologist of the Year 2024 Talk Finalists
01 October 2024
This year the Microbiology Society is awarding two Sir Howard Dalton Early Career Microbiologist of the Year prizes; with one poster winner and one talk winner. Both prizes recognise excellence in science communication by a member who is an undergraduate, postgraduate student or within five years of appointment to their first position.
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Dr Amanda Jones, Andrew Bell, Callum Crawford and Dr Helen Hooper are awarded the 2024 Outreach Prize
24 September 2024
The Microbiology Society is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2024 Outreach Prize – Dr Amanda Jones, Andrew Bell, Callum Crawford and Dr Helen Hooper at Northumbria University, UK, for the team project ‘What is a microorganism and where do they grow?’. The Outreach Prize is awarded to the team in recognition of their efforts and commitment to raise awareness of microbiology among future generations.
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Peer Review Week 2024: 96% of reviewers rate their experience as ‘Good’ or ‘Excellent’
23 September 2024
The Microbiology Society highly values the contributions of our reviewers, who play a critical role in ensuring the quality and integrity of the research published in our journals. To better understand their experiences and motivations, in July 2024 we sent out a survey to our reviewers from the last 3 years. We received over 300 responses and this Peer Review Week we are happy to share that the results are both encouraging, insightful and will help shape the future of reviewing at the Society.
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Knocking Out AMR summary workshop report published today
12 September 2024
In January, to kick off the ‘Knocking Out AMR’ project, the Microbiology Society hosted a series of solution-oriented, invite-only workshops dedicated to our priority solution areas: diagnostics, surveillance, therapeutics and vaccines.
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Helping us unlock potential: Steve Oliver’s story
19 December 2023
A member since 1970, Professor Steve Oliver shares his journey with the Microbiology Society, from pivotal early career moments to recent collaborative efforts. His donation to the Unlocking Potential Fund reflects a belief in giving back and supporting the next generation of microbiologists.
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The Microbiology Society responds to the Irish Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science consultation on a Higher Education Research-Policy Engagement Framework
18 December 2023
The Microbiology Society has coordinated a response to a consultation launched by the Government of Ireland Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science on a Higher Education Research-Policy Engagement Framework.
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Registration for Annual Conference 2024 is now open
06 December 2023
The Microbiology Society is pleased to announce that registration for Annual Conference 2024 is now open.
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Microbiology Senior Editors: call for expressions of interest
05 December 2023
Microbiology brings together communities of scientists from all microbiological disciplines and from around the world. The journal is looking to appoint Senior Editors to work closely with the Editorial Board: providing support and assistance to Editors in your section and working with the senior editorial team to discuss the priorities of the journal and opportunities for advancing your section.
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The Microbiology Society launches on WeChat to better connect with Chinese researchers
05 December 2023
The Microbiology Society is pleased to announce that it has launched its official account on WeChat, China’s preeminent social media platform, in partnership with Charlesworth. With a goal to better connect with China-based researchers and improve accessibility to its six peer-reviewed titles, this is a significant step in extending reach to international authors.
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Call for expertise – UK government inquiry on the new antimicrobial resistance national action plan
16 December 2022
The Microbiology Society is coordinating a response to the recently launched UK government inquiry on the new antimicrobial resistance national action plan.
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Abstract submissions now open for Candida and Candidiasis 2023
16 December 2022
We are pleased to announce a call for public abstracts for Candida and Candidiasis 2023, taking place 13–17 May 2023, in Canada for the first time, in the vibrant city of Montréal. -
Celebrating International Volunteer Day 2022
05 December 2022
International Volunteer Day takes place every year on 5 December and it gives us a great opportunity to reflect on the vital work of volunteers in helping the Microbiology Society to achieve everything it does.
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Applications for the 2023 Harry Smith Vacation Studentships are now open
02 December 2022
Applications for the 2023 Harry Smith Vacation Studentships are now open.
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Major milestone for Access Microbiology, the Microbiology Society's open research platform
29 November 2022
Access Microbiology is an innovative sound science, open research platform from the Microbiology Society. Today marks a major milestone for the platform with the first Version of Record published since its launch in 2022.
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Actions to mitigate against COVID-19 at our in-person events
17 December 2021
As we move closer to Annual Conference 2022 in Belfast, the Microbiology Society is taking seriously its actions in doing its best to mitigate against COVID-19 at our in-person event.
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Over 250 institutions onboard for Publish and Read
16 December 2021
As we head into 2022, the Society is celebrating the ongoing expansion of its Publish and Read model, now facilitating Open Access (OA) for more researchers than ever. With 132 new sign-ups for 2022 so far (listed below), the Society is proud to have surpassed 250 participants in its Publish and Read model, serving a range of institutions in 18 countries across 5 continental regions.
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Prize Lecture Winners 2022
15 December 2021
The Microbiology Society is pleased to announce the winners of our 2022 Prizes, which will be awarded at our Annual Conference 2022, to be held in Belfast from 4–7 April. The winners will also present their lectures as part of Annual Conference 2022.
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Professor Allan Hamilton (1936-2021)
14 December 2021
Professor Allan Hamilton FRSE, first holder of the established Chair of Microbiology at the University of Aberdeen and a former Treasurer for the Society (1992—1998), died in Glasgow in early December.
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Annual Conference 2022: last chance to apply for the ECM Forum Co-Chairing Scheme
10 December 2021
There is one month left to submit an abstract for Annual Conference 2022 (deadline Monday 10 January), which will take place on 4–7 April 2022 at the International Convention Centre (ICC) in Belfast. If you’re an ECM Forum member, don’t forget to also apply for the ECM Forum Co-Chairing Scheme when submitting your abstract.
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A Sustainable Future policy reports published today
17 December 2020
Today, the Microbiology Society has published three reports on the opportunities and challenges microbiology faces in areas of key sustainability.
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Registration open for Candida and Candidiasis 2021
15 December 2020
Registration for the Candida and Candidiasis 2021 Focused Meeting is now open.
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Society launches new digital content hub on Exploring microbiology and genetics
11 December 2020
Throughout 2020 we have celebrated the 75th anniversary of our founding with a year of activities dedicated to demonstrating the impact of microbiologists’ past, present and future – bringing together and empowering communities that help shape the future of microbiology. The final of these digital content hubs is dedicated to Exploring microbiology and genetics.
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FIS/HIS 2020 trainee presenters win award to present at Annual Conference 2021
10 December 2020
The Microbiology Society is delighted to announce that four trainees who presented at FIS/HIS International 2020 have been awarded an Infection Science Award.
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Changes to Membership Rates
10 December 2020
The Microbiology Society membership subscription rates will be increasing from December 2020. This is the first membership rate increase in two years.
The Society offers several distinct membership categories, catering to different career stages and individual needs of anyone interested in microbiology.
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Abstract submission is now open for What’s new in Cryptosporidium?
18 December 2019
The What’s new in Cryptosporidium? Focused Meeting will be held at Swansea University’s Bay Campus on 6–7 July 2020. Abstract submission for this meeting is now open.
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Celebrating International Volunteer Day
05 December 2019
This International Volunteer Day we would like to thank everyone who has volunteered and contributed to another great year for the Society and the microbiology community.
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FIS 2019 trainee presenters win award to present at Annual Conference 2020
04 December 2019
Four trainees who presented at the Federation of Infection Societies Conference 2019 (FIS 2019) have been given the first Infection Science Award bursaries to present at Annual Conference 2020.
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Harry Smith Vacation Studentships are now open
02 December 2019
Applications for the 2020 Harry Smith Vacation Studentships are now open. Applications are welcomed from supervisors at a range of career stages from postdoctoral researchers to senior lecturers. Successful students will receive a weekly stipend and can apply for additional support.
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Last remaining exhibition stands available at Annual Conference 2020
28 November 2019
The Microbiology Society will be celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2020, and for one time only, will see the conference programme extended to five days to include an additional high-profile Fleming Showcase day with Sir Paul Nurse taking place on 30 March. It will be a prestigious event celebrating the breadth of microbiology research, with a programme designed to demonstrate the impact and potential of microbiology to address important global challenges.
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New immigration White Paper
19 December 2018
The UK Government has today set out proposals for new immigration rules in a White Paper.
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Opportunity to attend and run activities at AMR education conference in London
18 December 2018
e-Bug, operated by Public Health England, is a free educational programme that teaches children and young people about infection control, hygiene and antibiotics. 2019 marks e-Bug’s tenth anniversary and Public Health England has organised a two-day meeting on 17-18 January to showcase current work on e-Bug and highlight novel and innovative projects and research on AMR education.
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Microbiology Society nominates Marjory Stephenson to be on the new £50 note
14 December 2018
The Microbiology Society has nominated Marjory Stephenson to be on the new £50 note, in the Bank of England’s nomination process which is closing today.
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Annual Conference 2020 session suggestions
14 December 2018
The deadline to submit session suggestions for Annual Conference 2020 is Wednesday 19 December 2018.
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Harry Smith Vacation Studentships now open
07 December 2018
Applications for the 2019 Harry Smith Vacation Studentships are now open.
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Professional development and networking at Annual Conference 2018
19 December 2017
The Microbiology Society Annual Conference 2018 takes place 9–13 April, and, in addition to the scientific programme, the Society will be hosting a range of events including professional development sessions for delegates wishing to enhance their skills and a series of social events to enable delegates to network. All the additional events aim to enhance your conference experience to ensure your time at Conference is rewarding and enjoyable.
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A week left to submit your Annual Conference 2018 abstract
04 December 2017
The Microbiology Society’s Annual Conference is the largest gathering of microbiologists in the UK. Next year’s event will take place from Tuesday 10 April to Friday 13 April at the ICC Birmingham – with the abstract submission deadline fast approaching, don’t miss out on your chance to present.
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Awards of up to £2,000 to support your microbiology conference
22 November 2017
Inviting speakers to present at your conference can offer greater opportunities for knowledge exchange and collaboration. The invitation also works both ways – your speakers get to expand their reach to an audience they may not usually have access to. The Microbiology Society is keen to support these goals and can help eligible members with up to £2,000 towards invited speakers’ travel and accommodation which can also help offset registration rates for your event’s delegates. But don’t delay – the deadline for the next round of applications is coming up soon.
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Help shape future Annual Conferences
16 November 2017
The Microbiology Society's Annual Conference programme is guided by our Divisions and driven by suggestions from both members and non-members to create an engaging programme. Every year we welcome and invite topic suggestions for sessions to be run at Annual Conference, and the deadline for suggestions for the 2019 event is this December.
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Microbiology Society publishes Unlocking the Microbiome report
15 November 2017
Today, the Microbiology Society launches its latest science policy report, Unlocking the Microbiome. The report makes recommendations to address the opportunities and challenges of the rapidly developing field of microbiome science for health, agriculture and food, environment and biotechnology.
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Exhibit at the Microbiology Society’s Annual Conference in Edinburgh in April 2017
14 December 2016
The Microbiology Society’s Events team is now taking bookings for the exhibition space at our 2017 Annual Conference, which takes place from Monday 3 April to Thursday 6 April at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), UK. We would like to invite companies and organisations who may be interested in exhibiting or taking up sponsorship opportunities at the Conference to get in touch now to reserve their options.
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Apply for support to present at the Annual Conference
13 December 2016
Every year, the Microbiology Society provides grants to help support members in attending and presenting their work at our Annual Conference. Now that the abstract deadline for the Annual Conference has passed, members will be interested in upcoming deadlines for support to attend and present their work in in Edinburgh.
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Social events at Annual Conference 2017
09 December 2016
The Microbiology Society Annual Conference 2017 is taking place 3–6 April at the EICC in Edinburgh. This year, the Society has organised a host of activities for delegates attending the event.
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Submit your abstract for the Annual Conference
02 December 2016
There are fewer than two weeks until the abstract submission deadline for Annual Conference 2017. To help delegates submit their best work, we have asked the Society’s Divisions, who select abstracts for sessions, to give us their tips for what they’re looking for in a good abstract. This has now been published in our new How to… write a great abstract guide.
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Microbial Genomics collaborates with Microreact, an epidemic tracking platform
30 November 2016
The Microbiology Society is pleased to announce a new collaboration between Microbial Genomics and Microreact, a free data visualisation and sharing platform that allows scientists and health professionals worldwide to better collaborate to understand disease outbreaks.
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70th Anniversary Collection for the Microbiology Society
15 December 2015
2015 marked the 70th anniversary of the Society, which was formally inaugurated on 16 February 1945 at a meeting at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, when Sir Alexander Fleming was elected as President.
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Annual Conference 2016 invited speaker: Dr Kirsten Benjamin
09 December 2015
From 21–24 March, the Microbiology Society will be holding its 2016 Annual Conference at the Arena and Convention Centre (ACC), Liverpool, UK. The meeting will be attended by over 1,000 delegates from across the world, and will feature presentations from a wide range of microbiology-related disciplines.
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Society publishes new briefing on food security from the soil microbiome
03 December 2015
Today, the Microbiology Society published our latest briefing, entitled Food Security from the Soil Microbiome. The briefing outlines the vital role that the soil microbiome – the community of micro-organisms found in soil – plays in food production and soil health, and highlights current research to understand this niche and harness it as a tool for sustainable agricultural intensification.
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Annual Conference 2016 invited speaker: Professor Stewart Cole
01 December 2015
From 21–24 March, the Microbiology Society will be holding its 2016 Annual Conference at the Arena and Convention Centre (ACC), Liverpool, UK. The meeting will be attended by over 1,000 delegates from across the world, and will feature presentations from a wide range of microbiology-related disciplines.
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The Society can help members attend the Annual Conference 2016
30 November 2015
The Microbiology Society’s 2016 Annual Conference will be held from the 21–24 March at the ACC Liverpool. Abstract submission for the event closes on Friday 11 December 2015. To enable our members to attend the Annual Conference, the Society offers a selection of grants to those at all stages of their careers.
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Government science and innovation plan outlined
18 December 2014
Yesterday, the UK Government launched its report, Our plan for growth: science and innovation, which sets out a long-term strategy for science and business. The document makes several references to microbiology, describing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) as one of the big challenges that the UK has to face, which can be tackled by 'supporting innovation and the transformation of our cutting edge science into new products and services'.
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Avian flu - the facts
16 December 2014
In recent weeks there has been a number of news reports covering an outbreak of H5N8 avian flu (also known as bird flu), which has lead to the mass culling of poultry at farms in Germany, the Netherlands and the UK. The World Health Organization has also been notified of three new human cases of a different avian flu strain found in China, H7N9, one of which has been fatal. But what is avian flu? Is it something we should be worried about? To find out more, we spoke to Wendy Barclay, Professor of Influenza Virology at Imperial College London.
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British Government reviews its Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy
11 December 2014
In September 2013, the British Government published the UK Five Year Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy 2013 to 2018, which detailed proposals to slow the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
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Call for Application: Partner wanted for match-funded PhD studentship
08 December 2014
The Society for General Microbiology is looking for a university or institution to collaborate on a cross-disciplinary match-funded PhD studentship, as part of our work with the Small World Initiative.
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The Longitude Prize is now open for competitors
02 December 2014
The Longitude Prize 2014 has officially opened and welcomes everyone from amateur scientists to professional research companies to enter, with the prize being awarded for creating 'a cost-effective, accurate, rapid and easy-to-use test for bacterial infections that will allow health professionals worldwide to administer the right antibiotics at the right time'.
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Report launched into sexually transmitted infections
13 December 2013
The Society launched its policy statement into the future of sexually transmitted infection (STI) research in the House of Commons on 12 December.
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Open Access FAQs and forthcoming member discounts for open access publishing at SGM
07 November 2013
SGM Publishing is pleased to announce the publication of our new Open Access Policy, with dedicated FAQs to aid authors.
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Practical microbiology in schools: A survey of UK teachers
07 November 2013
Member, James Redfern, outlines the challenges of carrying out practical microbiology in schools.
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Society for General Microbiology makes practical steps on Equality and Diversity
01 November 2013
This week, the Society’s Equality and Diversity Working Group met at our London office to develop future initiatives and ways of working.
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SGM Publishing launches a new Editor's Choice feature in Microbiology
30 October 2013
We are excited to announce a new Editor’s Choice feature which will highlight one paper in each issue of Microbiology that offers notably compelling insight into the field. Articles will be selected by Microbiology’s Editor-in-Chief, Agnès Fouet, or one of Microbiology’s Senior Editors.
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Coconut oil could combat tooth decay
03 September 2012
Digested coconut oil is able to attack the bacteria that cause tooth decay. It is a natural antibiotic that could be incorporated into commercial dental care products, say scientists presenting their work at the Society for General Microbiology’s Autumn Conference at the University of Warwick.