Joseph Brooks Shuttleworth
@jbshuttleworth.bsky.social
Science | History & Philosophy of Science | Brit in the Netherlands | Digital Leadership | Marketing & Communications Manager at @femsmicro.org & @femsjournals.bsky.social | Project Lead at #InternationalMicroorganismDay | #Microbiology | #SciComm
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📢 We are down to the FINAL WEEK of the FEMS survey.
If you have not shared your views on emerging science, career development, and community support, now is the time! It is quick—only about 12 minutes.
The survey closes on Tuesday 11 November: buff.ly/ZghfWnM
If you have not shared your views on emerging science, career development, and community support, now is the time! It is quick—only about 12 minutes.
The survey closes on Tuesday 11 November: buff.ly/ZghfWnM
November 4, 2025 at 7:00 AM
📢 We are down to the FINAL WEEK of the FEMS survey.
If you have not shared your views on emerging science, career development, and community support, now is the time! It is quick—only about 12 minutes.
The survey closes on Tuesday 11 November: buff.ly/ZghfWnM
If you have not shared your views on emerging science, career development, and community support, now is the time! It is quick—only about 12 minutes.
The survey closes on Tuesday 11 November: buff.ly/ZghfWnM
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The FEMS strategic survey is open to all microbiologists across Europe 🌍
By contributing, you join a community effort to identify key challenges and influence the support structures that will benefit our field for years to come.
Complete and share the survey by 11 Nov ➡️ buff.ly/5eCowPX
By contributing, you join a community effort to identify key challenges and influence the support structures that will benefit our field for years to come.
Complete and share the survey by 11 Nov ➡️ buff.ly/5eCowPX
October 28, 2025 at 7:00 AM
The FEMS strategic survey is open to all microbiologists across Europe 🌍
By contributing, you join a community effort to identify key challenges and influence the support structures that will benefit our field for years to come.
Complete and share the survey by 11 Nov ➡️ buff.ly/5eCowPX
By contributing, you join a community effort to identify key challenges and influence the support structures that will benefit our field for years to come.
Complete and share the survey by 11 Nov ➡️ buff.ly/5eCowPX
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Just try to publish in society journals
October 12, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Just try to publish in society journals
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✍️ I’ve just filled out the @femsmicro.org survey, a great chance to make sure microbiologists’ voices are heard across Europe! 🌍
Help shape the future of microbiology in Europe. FEMS is conducting a survey to better understand the needs of microbiologists.
Your input will help identify key challenges & ensure the community’s voice is heard across Europe.
Complete it today and share with your network: 🔗 buff.ly/5eCowPX
Your input will help identify key challenges & ensure the community’s voice is heard across Europe.
Complete it today and share with your network: 🔗 buff.ly/5eCowPX
October 22, 2025 at 11:26 AM
✍️ I’ve just filled out the @femsmicro.org survey, a great chance to make sure microbiologists’ voices are heard across Europe! 🌍
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Help shape the future of microbiology in Europe. FEMS is conducting a survey to better understand the needs of microbiologists.
Your input will help identify key challenges & ensure the community’s voice is heard across Europe.
Complete it today and share with your network: 🔗 buff.ly/5eCowPX
Your input will help identify key challenges & ensure the community’s voice is heard across Europe.
Complete it today and share with your network: 🔗 buff.ly/5eCowPX
October 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Help shape the future of microbiology in Europe. FEMS is conducting a survey to better understand the needs of microbiologists.
Your input will help identify key challenges & ensure the community’s voice is heard across Europe.
Complete it today and share with your network: 🔗 buff.ly/5eCowPX
Your input will help identify key challenges & ensure the community’s voice is heard across Europe.
Complete it today and share with your network: 🔗 buff.ly/5eCowPX
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Microbiology Leaders Launch Global Climate Change Strategy
Published across 6 leading scientific journals, including #FEMSMicrobiolEcol, the strategy charts a path to integrate microbial science into global climate solutions.
Read the Press Release and Editorial here: buff.ly/LwDt0Mw
Published across 6 leading scientific journals, including #FEMSMicrobiolEcol, the strategy charts a path to integrate microbial science into global climate solutions.
Read the Press Release and Editorial here: buff.ly/LwDt0Mw
September 23, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Microbiology Leaders Launch Global Climate Change Strategy
Published across 6 leading scientific journals, including #FEMSMicrobiolEcol, the strategy charts a path to integrate microbial science into global climate solutions.
Read the Press Release and Editorial here: buff.ly/LwDt0Mw
Published across 6 leading scientific journals, including #FEMSMicrobiolEcol, the strategy charts a path to integrate microbial science into global climate solutions.
Read the Press Release and Editorial here: buff.ly/LwDt0Mw
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Work with journals built by microbiologists for microbiologists. Backed by Oxford University Press & run by researchers like you, FEMS journals combine rigorous peer review, global reach, & a mission to give back to the microbiology community. Get involved: buff.ly/ajQETfV
September 5, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Work with journals built by microbiologists for microbiologists. Backed by Oxford University Press & run by researchers like you, FEMS journals combine rigorous peer review, global reach, & a mission to give back to the microbiology community. Get involved: buff.ly/ajQETfV
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This #ThrowbackThursday we are looking back to FEMS MICRO Milan. 🔬 🌍 💬
From thought-provoking sessions to the latest research in microbial innovation, our minds were buzzing with new ideas. It was truly inspiring to see how the microbiology community came together under one roof.
From thought-provoking sessions to the latest research in microbial innovation, our minds were buzzing with new ideas. It was truly inspiring to see how the microbiology community came together under one roof.
September 4, 2025 at 7:00 AM
This #ThrowbackThursday we are looking back to FEMS MICRO Milan. 🔬 🌍 💬
From thought-provoking sessions to the latest research in microbial innovation, our minds were buzzing with new ideas. It was truly inspiring to see how the microbiology community came together under one roof.
From thought-provoking sessions to the latest research in microbial innovation, our minds were buzzing with new ideas. It was truly inspiring to see how the microbiology community came together under one roof.
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Prepare to be inspired and discover the new FEMS MICRO Milan 2025 day-to-day programme: buff.ly/eyLAber
Designed to go beyond traditional presentations, this year’s programme offers interactive opportunities to exchange ideas and spark collaborations. #FEMS2025
Designed to go beyond traditional presentations, this year’s programme offers interactive opportunities to exchange ideas and spark collaborations. #FEMS2025
April 28, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Prepare to be inspired and discover the new FEMS MICRO Milan 2025 day-to-day programme: buff.ly/eyLAber
Designed to go beyond traditional presentations, this year’s programme offers interactive opportunities to exchange ideas and spark collaborations. #FEMS2025
Designed to go beyond traditional presentations, this year’s programme offers interactive opportunities to exchange ideas and spark collaborations. #FEMS2025
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🚨 Final Hours🚨 Early Bird Registration for #FEMS2025 ends today!
Register and unlock a wealth of opportunities to participate in research initiatives🔬, gain access to publications 📚, resources, and career development tools 🎓, plus more.
Join our community in Milan, Italy👉 buff.ly/26rZI3Q
Register and unlock a wealth of opportunities to participate in research initiatives🔬, gain access to publications 📚, resources, and career development tools 🎓, plus more.
Join our community in Milan, Italy👉 buff.ly/26rZI3Q
April 30, 2025 at 6:01 AM
🚨 Final Hours🚨 Early Bird Registration for #FEMS2025 ends today!
Register and unlock a wealth of opportunities to participate in research initiatives🔬, gain access to publications 📚, resources, and career development tools 🎓, plus more.
Join our community in Milan, Italy👉 buff.ly/26rZI3Q
Register and unlock a wealth of opportunities to participate in research initiatives🔬, gain access to publications 📚, resources, and career development tools 🎓, plus more.
Join our community in Milan, Italy👉 buff.ly/26rZI3Q
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Today is exactly 4 years since we started #MicrobesAndUs 🙌 🎉
Here's to 32 Episodes of fascinating microbiology conversations since we started on 26 April 2021! 🦠 🍷 🧬 🏔️
🔬🌍 Browse the whole list and find a subject right for you:
Here's to 32 Episodes of fascinating microbiology conversations since we started on 26 April 2021! 🦠 🍷 🧬 🏔️
🔬🌍 Browse the whole list and find a subject right for you:
Microbes and Us • A podcast on Spotify for Creators
Welcome to our podcast, Microbes and Us, brought to you by the Federation of European Microbiological Societies (FEMS). Our Communications Lead, Joseph Shuttleworth, brings into each monthly episode…
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April 26, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Today is exactly 4 years since we started #MicrobesAndUs 🙌 🎉
Here's to 32 Episodes of fascinating microbiology conversations since we started on 26 April 2021! 🦠 🍷 🧬 🏔️
🔬🌍 Browse the whole list and find a subject right for you:
Here's to 32 Episodes of fascinating microbiology conversations since we started on 26 April 2021! 🦠 🍷 🧬 🏔️
🔬🌍 Browse the whole list and find a subject right for you:
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📝 Register today for FEMS MICRO Milan and unlock a wealth of opportunities to participate in research initiatives🔬 , gain access to publications 📚 , resources, and career development tools 🎓 , plus much more.
Join our vibrant community by registering today👉 buff.ly/cvfcxNx
Join our vibrant community by registering today👉 buff.ly/cvfcxNx
April 27, 2025 at 5:02 PM
📝 Register today for FEMS MICRO Milan and unlock a wealth of opportunities to participate in research initiatives🔬 , gain access to publications 📚 , resources, and career development tools 🎓 , plus much more.
Join our vibrant community by registering today👉 buff.ly/cvfcxNx
Join our vibrant community by registering today👉 buff.ly/cvfcxNx
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Important Update🔔
To ensure everyone has ample opportunity to benefit from savings at Europe's premier microbiology event, the Early Bird Registration deadline has been extended to Wednesday 30 April, 23:59 CEST.
Register here and save: 🔗 buff.ly/CRReYxU.
To ensure everyone has ample opportunity to benefit from savings at Europe's premier microbiology event, the Early Bird Registration deadline has been extended to Wednesday 30 April, 23:59 CEST.
Register here and save: 🔗 buff.ly/CRReYxU.
April 14, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Important Update🔔
To ensure everyone has ample opportunity to benefit from savings at Europe's premier microbiology event, the Early Bird Registration deadline has been extended to Wednesday 30 April, 23:59 CEST.
Register here and save: 🔗 buff.ly/CRReYxU.
To ensure everyone has ample opportunity to benefit from savings at Europe's premier microbiology event, the Early Bird Registration deadline has been extended to Wednesday 30 April, 23:59 CEST.
Register here and save: 🔗 buff.ly/CRReYxU.
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FEMS MICRO Milan is bringing you cutting-edge interdisciplinary research.
🎤 Hear from top experts like Carmen Buchrieser, Chris Greening, Eran Elinav, Gian Rossolini & Janet Jansson on topics from antimicrobial resistance to space microbiology.
📅 Register by 16 April & save buff.ly/1ZZj67O
🎤 Hear from top experts like Carmen Buchrieser, Chris Greening, Eran Elinav, Gian Rossolini & Janet Jansson on topics from antimicrobial resistance to space microbiology.
📅 Register by 16 April & save buff.ly/1ZZj67O
April 2, 2025 at 7:00 AM
FEMS MICRO Milan is bringing you cutting-edge interdisciplinary research.
🎤 Hear from top experts like Carmen Buchrieser, Chris Greening, Eran Elinav, Gian Rossolini & Janet Jansson on topics from antimicrobial resistance to space microbiology.
📅 Register by 16 April & save buff.ly/1ZZj67O
🎤 Hear from top experts like Carmen Buchrieser, Chris Greening, Eran Elinav, Gian Rossolini & Janet Jansson on topics from antimicrobial resistance to space microbiology.
📅 Register by 16 April & save buff.ly/1ZZj67O
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🧠👁️ Age matters in ocular toxoplasmosis!
This #review from Alejandra de-la-Torre et al. dives into how #aging and immune decline worsen outcomes in eye infections caused by Toxoplasma gondii. Read more on how age affects the disease course in OT: buff.ly/Vejpg7f #FEMSMicrobes
This #review from Alejandra de-la-Torre et al. dives into how #aging and immune decline worsen outcomes in eye infections caused by Toxoplasma gondii. Read more on how age affects the disease course in OT: buff.ly/Vejpg7f #FEMSMicrobes
April 2, 2025 at 1:03 PM
🧠👁️ Age matters in ocular toxoplasmosis!
This #review from Alejandra de-la-Torre et al. dives into how #aging and immune decline worsen outcomes in eye infections caused by Toxoplasma gondii. Read more on how age affects the disease course in OT: buff.ly/Vejpg7f #FEMSMicrobes
This #review from Alejandra de-la-Torre et al. dives into how #aging and immune decline worsen outcomes in eye infections caused by Toxoplasma gondii. Read more on how age affects the disease course in OT: buff.ly/Vejpg7f #FEMSMicrobes
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This week, we're at #MicroSoc25 in sunny Liverpool (UK)! @microbiologysociety.org
Don't forget to come by booth 24 to learn about FEMS MICRO Milan 2025 and enter our competition to win FREE registration!
We also have some beautiful FEMS MICRO merch for attendees...
femsmicro.org
Don't forget to come by booth 24 to learn about FEMS MICRO Milan 2025 and enter our competition to win FREE registration!
We also have some beautiful FEMS MICRO merch for attendees...
femsmicro.org
April 1, 2025 at 9:45 AM
This week, we're at #MicroSoc25 in sunny Liverpool (UK)! @microbiologysociety.org
Don't forget to come by booth 24 to learn about FEMS MICRO Milan 2025 and enter our competition to win FREE registration!
We also have some beautiful FEMS MICRO merch for attendees...
femsmicro.org
Don't forget to come by booth 24 to learn about FEMS MICRO Milan 2025 and enter our competition to win FREE registration!
We also have some beautiful FEMS MICRO merch for attendees...
femsmicro.org
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#UTI are the most common bacterial infections in humans. Konesan et al. develop an ex-vivo UPEC-infected porcine bladder model 🧫 to asses #urothelial physiology in the presence/absence of #NonAntibiotic agents 💊. Read more: buff.ly/fb5xYAV #PathogDis #Cranberry #D-Mannose
March 27, 2025 at 1:03 PM
#UTI are the most common bacterial infections in humans. Konesan et al. develop an ex-vivo UPEC-infected porcine bladder model 🧫 to asses #urothelial physiology in the presence/absence of #NonAntibiotic agents 💊. Read more: buff.ly/fb5xYAV #PathogDis #Cranberry #D-Mannose
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Thematic Issue: Computational Tools from #FEMSYeastRes
Get a taste for how computational tools are enriching our understanding of yeast evolution and adaptation in our bite-size Thematic Issue.
Get a taste for how computational tools are enriching our understanding of yeast evolution and adaptation in our bite-size Thematic Issue.
FEMS Yeast Research - Thematic Issue: Computational Tools
Get a taste for how computational tools are enriching our understanding of yeast evolution and adaptation in our bite-size Thematic Issue. Browse research papers on data-integration strategies and the application of models to research, and gain an overview of natural trait variation and cell morphological diversity of Saccharomycotina species.
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March 3, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Thematic Issue: Computational Tools from #FEMSYeastRes
Get a taste for how computational tools are enriching our understanding of yeast evolution and adaptation in our bite-size Thematic Issue.
Get a taste for how computational tools are enriching our understanding of yeast evolution and adaptation in our bite-size Thematic Issue.
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Happening TODAY! It is not too late to register for the #FEMSMicrobiolEcol Webinar.
This session will not only push the boundaries of ecological understanding but also underscore the critical role of microbes in addressing environmental challenges.🌍
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This session will not only push the boundaries of ecological understanding but also underscore the critical role of microbes in addressing environmental challenges.🌍
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March 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Happening TODAY! It is not too late to register for the #FEMSMicrobiolEcol Webinar.
This session will not only push the boundaries of ecological understanding but also underscore the critical role of microbes in addressing environmental challenges.🌍
buff.ly/3X6aCR9
This session will not only push the boundaries of ecological understanding but also underscore the critical role of microbes in addressing environmental challenges.🌍
buff.ly/3X6aCR9
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Early Bird Registration is now open! Join us in Milan for 4 days of research, discussions, and unparalleled networking opportunities. #FEMS2025
⚠️Please note: If you have submitted an abstract, we advise waiting for your notification before registering. buff.ly/NHDnYcP
⚠️Please note: If you have submitted an abstract, we advise waiting for your notification before registering. buff.ly/NHDnYcP
March 19, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Early Bird Registration is now open! Join us in Milan for 4 days of research, discussions, and unparalleled networking opportunities. #FEMS2025
⚠️Please note: If you have submitted an abstract, we advise waiting for your notification before registering. buff.ly/NHDnYcP
⚠️Please note: If you have submitted an abstract, we advise waiting for your notification before registering. buff.ly/NHDnYcP
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The WHO (@who.int) has identified ESKAPE bacteria and Candida auris as priority pathogens. A new study in Journal of Applied Microbiology explores the therapeutic potential of antimicrobial peptidomimetics, specifically peptoids, against these pathogens. academic.oup.com/jambio/artic...
Antimicrobial activity of peptoids against Metallo-β-lactamase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and other WHO priority pathogens, including Candida aur...
AbstractAims. The World Health Organization has identified ESKAPE bacteria and Candida auris as priority pathogens, emphasizing an urgent need for novel an
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March 14, 2025 at 4:10 PM
The WHO (@who.int) has identified ESKAPE bacteria and Candida auris as priority pathogens. A new study in Journal of Applied Microbiology explores the therapeutic potential of antimicrobial peptidomimetics, specifically peptoids, against these pathogens. academic.oup.com/jambio/artic...
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Hear from our new Editor-in-Chief of #FEMSMicrobiolLett, Dr Clare Taylor, in our latest #MicrobesAndUs podcast episode:
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On #IWD2025, we are excited to learn from her the vision being formed for the future of the journal.
#AccelerateAction #WomenInScience
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On #IWD2025, we are excited to learn from her the vision being formed for the future of the journal.
#AccelerateAction #WomenInScience
March 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Hear from our new Editor-in-Chief of #FEMSMicrobiolLett, Dr Clare Taylor, in our latest #MicrobesAndUs podcast episode:
buff.ly/xy1ghaD
On #IWD2025, we are excited to learn from her the vision being formed for the future of the journal.
#AccelerateAction #WomenInScience
buff.ly/xy1ghaD
On #IWD2025, we are excited to learn from her the vision being formed for the future of the journal.
#AccelerateAction #WomenInScience
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📣 Join us for the next #FEMSMicrobiolEcol Webinar on Microbial Ecology for a Sustainable Future – Engaging the Next Generation of Researchers.
This session based on our Thematic Issue , will explore innovative research from 3 ECRs & feature 3 guest editor ECRs as co-hosts🔬📖✨
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This session based on our Thematic Issue , will explore innovative research from 3 ECRs & feature 3 guest editor ECRs as co-hosts🔬📖✨
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March 4, 2025 at 7:00 AM
📣 Join us for the next #FEMSMicrobiolEcol Webinar on Microbial Ecology for a Sustainable Future – Engaging the Next Generation of Researchers.
This session based on our Thematic Issue , will explore innovative research from 3 ECRs & feature 3 guest editor ECRs as co-hosts🔬📖✨
buff.ly/416xzFf
This session based on our Thematic Issue , will explore innovative research from 3 ECRs & feature 3 guest editor ECRs as co-hosts🔬📖✨
buff.ly/416xzFf
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Today, we are excited to present the winners of the FEMS Journals Article Awards from 2024.
These awards recognise outstanding contributions that push the boundaries of knowledge in microbiology.
Congratulations to our Article Award winners!
👉 fems-microbiology.org/fems-journal...
These awards recognise outstanding contributions that push the boundaries of knowledge in microbiology.
Congratulations to our Article Award winners!
👉 fems-microbiology.org/fems-journal...
FEMS Journals Announce Article Award Winners from 2024 - FEMS
Get ready to celebrate excellence in microbiology research as we proudly announce the winners of the FEMS Journals Article Awards from 2024. These awards recognize the outstanding contributions of res...
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February 26, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Today, we are excited to present the winners of the FEMS Journals Article Awards from 2024.
These awards recognise outstanding contributions that push the boundaries of knowledge in microbiology.
Congratulations to our Article Award winners!
👉 fems-microbiology.org/fems-journal...
These awards recognise outstanding contributions that push the boundaries of knowledge in microbiology.
Congratulations to our Article Award winners!
👉 fems-microbiology.org/fems-journal...
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In the latest episode of #MicrobesAndUs, we talk to Prof. Eran Elinav, Keynote Speaker at FEMS MICRO 2025 #FEMS2025
We uncover his scientific journey and research interests, while discussing his upcoming lecture and the current frontier of knowledge on the human #microbiome.
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We uncover his scientific journey and research interests, while discussing his upcoming lecture and the current frontier of knowledge on the human #microbiome.
🎙️ buff.ly/3QxamHm
February 25, 2025 at 11:21 AM
In the latest episode of #MicrobesAndUs, we talk to Prof. Eran Elinav, Keynote Speaker at FEMS MICRO 2025 #FEMS2025
We uncover his scientific journey and research interests, while discussing his upcoming lecture and the current frontier of knowledge on the human #microbiome.
🎙️ buff.ly/3QxamHm
We uncover his scientific journey and research interests, while discussing his upcoming lecture and the current frontier of knowledge on the human #microbiome.
🎙️ buff.ly/3QxamHm