Microbial Biotechnology (MBT)
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Official account of Microbial Biotechnology journal. Original research reporting significant advances in any aspect of microbial applications.
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#MicroSky: MBT has received a score of 9.9 in the latest Cite Score rankings! We are thrilled to be in the top 12% of Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology journals. THANKS to our incredible readers, contributors, staff members, and editors for their unwavering support!!!
#MicroSky: Ioannis Economidis was a true lighthouse for biotech in Europe. He reminded us: “Biotech must serve humanity—balancing ethics, economics & sustainability.”
Your wisdom and spirit live on! doi.org/10.1111/1751...
Your wisdom and spirit live on! doi.org/10.1111/1751...
November 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
#MicroSky: Ioannis Economidis was a true lighthouse for biotech in Europe. He reminded us: “Biotech must serve humanity—balancing ethics, economics & sustainability.”
Your wisdom and spirit live on! doi.org/10.1111/1751...
Your wisdom and spirit live on! doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: Foliar microbiota employ multiple ecological strategies to inhibit fungal pathogens in the phyllosphere, including resource competition, production of antifungal metabolites, modulation of plant innate immunity and mycovirus-mediated suppression. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
November 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
#MicroSky: Foliar microbiota employ multiple ecological strategies to inhibit fungal pathogens in the phyllosphere, including resource competition, production of antifungal metabolites, modulation of plant innate immunity and mycovirus-mediated suppression. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: Special Issue on “The Contribution of Microbial Biotechnology to Sustainable Development Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages". Submit your manuscript online at: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/microbio. Deadline 📆 20 December 2025. Thanks for RT
November 7, 2025 at 11:01 AM
#MicroSky: Special Issue on “The Contribution of Microbial Biotechnology to Sustainable Development Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages". Submit your manuscript online at: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/microbio. Deadline 📆 20 December 2025. Thanks for RT
#MicroSky: ONE HEALTH: Gut bacteria can influence fertility! Ding et al found certain E. coli strains that protect against drug-induced reproductive damage in worms and mice. These “probiotic helpers” could lead to new ways to support male fertility. Read MBT doi.org/10.1111/1751...
November 6, 2025 at 11:02 AM
#MicroSky: ONE HEALTH: Gut bacteria can influence fertility! Ding et al found certain E. coli strains that protect against drug-induced reproductive damage in worms and mice. These “probiotic helpers” could lead to new ways to support male fertility. Read MBT doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: FERMENTATION: Chromosome III aneuploidy elevates TUP1 dosage and boosts ethanol tolerance by modulating stress-response pathways, validated through RNA-seq and targeted TUP1 copy number reduction. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
November 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM
#MicroSky: FERMENTATION: Chromosome III aneuploidy elevates TUP1 dosage and boosts ethanol tolerance by modulating stress-response pathways, validated through RNA-seq and targeted TUP1 copy number reduction. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: Tung et al constructed the fusion endolysin ENDO-1252/KL9P by linking the Salmonella phage-1252 endolysin with the antimicrobial peptide KL-L9P. The fusion gene was cloned into pET-28c with a 6×His tag and expressed in E. coli BL21(DE3) killing target microbes. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
November 4, 2025 at 11:02 AM
#MicroSky: Tung et al constructed the fusion endolysin ENDO-1252/KL9P by linking the Salmonella phage-1252 endolysin with the antimicrobial peptide KL-L9P. The fusion gene was cloned into pET-28c with a 6×His tag and expressed in E. coli BL21(DE3) killing target microbes. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: E. coli W shows enhanced flavonoid tolerance and optimized sucrose metabolism enables efficient chemical glycosylation. Nogales’ group overexpressing the UDP-glucose pathway and blocking glucose catabolism boost production, achieving scalable C7O biosynthesis. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
November 3, 2025 at 11:01 AM
#MicroSky: E. coli W shows enhanced flavonoid tolerance and optimized sucrose metabolism enables efficient chemical glycosylation. Nogales’ group overexpressing the UDP-glucose pathway and blocking glucose catabolism boost production, achieving scalable C7O biosynthesis. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: Special Issue on “Recent advances in anaerobic digestion processes for energy recovery and production of value-added products". Submit your manuscript online at: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/microbio. Deadline 📆 30 November 2025. Thanks for RT
October 31, 2025 at 11:03 AM
#MicroSky: Special Issue on “Recent advances in anaerobic digestion processes for energy recovery and production of value-added products". Submit your manuscript online at: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/microbio. Deadline 📆 30 November 2025. Thanks for RT
#MicroSky: The protein PsyOmp38 inhibits and disrupts S. epidermidis biofilms. When combined with vancomycin, it enhances antibiotic efficacy by lowering MBEC values. PDMS coated with PsyOmp38 prevents biofilm formation, highlighting its promise for antibiofilm materials. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 30, 2025 at 11:01 AM
#MicroSky: The protein PsyOmp38 inhibits and disrupts S. epidermidis biofilms. When combined with vancomycin, it enhances antibiotic efficacy by lowering MBEC values. PDMS coated with PsyOmp38 prevents biofilm formation, highlighting its promise for antibiofilm materials. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: Using 2,369 media types and microbial 16S rRNA sequences, Liu et al built 45 XGBoost-based binary classification models with accuracies from 76% to 99.3%. These models reliably predict growth conditions for diverse human gut microbes, showing practical potential. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 29, 2025 at 11:03 AM
#MicroSky: Using 2,369 media types and microbial 16S rRNA sequences, Liu et al built 45 XGBoost-based binary classification models with accuracies from 76% to 99.3%. These models reliably predict growth conditions for diverse human gut microbes, showing practical potential. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: During startup of a thermophilic anaerobic digester fed with sewage sludge, shifts in reactor performance mirrored changes in microbial community composition. Genome-resolved metagenomics revealed the functional potential across different reactor stages. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 28, 2025 at 11:03 AM
#MicroSky: During startup of a thermophilic anaerobic digester fed with sewage sludge, shifts in reactor performance mirrored changes in microbial community composition. Genome-resolved metagenomics revealed the functional potential across different reactor stages. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicoSky: Podgorki et al characterized a cytochrome P450 enzyme from the thermophile T. hazakensis and engineered its heme domain to act as a peroxygenase biocatalyst. It efficiently oxidizes fatty acids and aromatic compounds, revealing new metabolites. Read more in MBT doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 27, 2025 at 11:03 AM
#MicoSky: Podgorki et al characterized a cytochrome P450 enzyme from the thermophile T. hazakensis and engineered its heme domain to act as a peroxygenase biocatalyst. It efficiently oxidizes fatty acids and aromatic compounds, revealing new metabolites. Read more in MBT doi.org/10.1111/1751...
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Thrilled (and proud!) to see our paper published in @microbiotech.bsky.social
I thank my co-authors for their contribution. I also thank my friend Solimán López with whom I discovered the true potential of Art as a way to contribute to the microbiology literacy of our fellow citizens.
I thank my co-authors for their contribution. I also thank my friend Solimán López with whom I discovered the true potential of Art as a way to contribute to the microbiology literacy of our fellow citizens.
#MicroSky: In a world of climate challenges and misinformation, art + science can change how we see the world. Using extremophiles as muses, Yarzabal et al show how creativity and research inspire fresh ways of understanding our planet. Read MBT doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 25, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Thrilled (and proud!) to see our paper published in @microbiotech.bsky.social
I thank my co-authors for their contribution. I also thank my friend Solimán López with whom I discovered the true potential of Art as a way to contribute to the microbiology literacy of our fellow citizens.
I thank my co-authors for their contribution. I also thank my friend Solimán López with whom I discovered the true potential of Art as a way to contribute to the microbiology literacy of our fellow citizens.
#MicroSky: Special Issue on “Innovations in Microbial Biotechnology for Sustainability". Submit your manuscript online at: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/microbio. Deadline 📆 31October 2025. Thanks for RT
October 24, 2025 at 10:02 AM
#MicroSky: Special Issue on “Innovations in Microbial Biotechnology for Sustainability". Submit your manuscript online at: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/microbio. Deadline 📆 31October 2025. Thanks for RT
#MicroSky: In a world of climate challenges and misinformation, art + science can change how we see the world. Using extremophiles as muses, Yarzabal et al show how creativity and research inspire fresh ways of understanding our planet. Read MBT doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 23, 2025 at 10:01 AM
#MicroSky: In a world of climate challenges and misinformation, art + science can change how we see the world. Using extremophiles as muses, Yarzabal et al show how creativity and research inspire fresh ways of understanding our planet. Read MBT doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: FOOD BIOTECH: Probiotics bacteria found in foods don’t just aid digestion—they also help fight harmful free radicals. These natural antioxidants could protect health & replace artificial additives. Get healthier and read doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 22, 2025 at 10:02 AM
#MicroSky: FOOD BIOTECH: Probiotics bacteria found in foods don’t just aid digestion—they also help fight harmful free radicals. These natural antioxidants could protect health & replace artificial additives. Get healthier and read doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: Robinson et al launched an open database of health-promoting microbes and biogenic compounds. Supporting One Health &SDG3, it shifts focus from pathogens to salutogenic taxa—linking microbial benefits with environmental & human well-being. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM
#MicroSky: Robinson et al launched an open database of health-promoting microbes and biogenic compounds. Supporting One Health &SDG3, it shifts focus from pathogens to salutogenic taxa—linking microbial benefits with environmental & human well-being. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: New tools in synthetic biology. New yeast expression system: strong, cheap & easy protein production triggered by pH shifts. Boosts GFP & industrial enzymes like laccase. A ig step for biotech! Read Ariño’s group in doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 20, 2025 at 10:01 AM
#MicroSky: New tools in synthetic biology. New yeast expression system: strong, cheap & easy protein production triggered by pH shifts. Boosts GFP & industrial enzymes like laccase. A ig step for biotech! Read Ariño’s group in doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: Special Issue on “The Contribution of Microbial Biotechnology to Sustainable Development Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages". Submit your manuscript online at: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/microbio. Deadline 📆 20 December 2025. Thanks for RT
October 17, 2025 at 10:02 AM
#MicroSky: Special Issue on “The Contribution of Microbial Biotechnology to Sustainable Development Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages". Submit your manuscript online at: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/microbio. Deadline 📆 20 December 2025. Thanks for RT
#MicroSky: One Health: Phages show promise to fight Pseudomonas syringae, the cherry canker pathogen. Study reveals gene gpt predicts phage susceptibility, key for designing effective phage cocktails for biocontrol. Read doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 15, 2025 at 10:01 AM
#MicroSky: One Health: Phages show promise to fight Pseudomonas syringae, the cherry canker pathogen. Study reveals gene gpt predicts phage susceptibility, key for designing effective phage cocktails for biocontrol. Read doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: BIO-CHEMISTRY: Kiel et al developed a new method to make a rare benzoate compound in high purity & larger amounts. It could serve as a valuable building block for new medicines & materials. Do not miss it at doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 13, 2025 at 10:01 AM
#MicroSky: BIO-CHEMISTRY: Kiel et al developed a new method to make a rare benzoate compound in high purity & larger amounts. It could serve as a valuable building block for new medicines & materials. Do not miss it at doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: Special Issue on “Innovations in Microbial Biotechnology for Sustainability". Submit your manuscript online at: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/microbio. Deadline 📆 31October 2025. Thanks for RT
October 10, 2025 at 10:03 AM
#MicroSky: Special Issue on “Innovations in Microbial Biotechnology for Sustainability". Submit your manuscript online at: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/microbio. Deadline 📆 31October 2025. Thanks for RT
#MicroSky: ONE HEALTH: Viruses like HSV & flu are hard to fight with current drugs. A new approach using 'stapled' peptides could make antivirals stronger, longer-lasting & more effective. Read Patil et al in MBT. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 9, 2025 at 10:02 AM
#MicroSky: ONE HEALTH: Viruses like HSV & flu are hard to fight with current drugs. A new approach using 'stapled' peptides could make antivirals stronger, longer-lasting & more effective. Read Patil et al in MBT. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: PROBIOTICS: AI-2 signalling via luxS is key for Bifidobacterium in the gut. Disrupting luxS impairs host communication, sugar transport, ion uptake & stress response. This highlights AI-2’s role in colonization & persistence. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 8, 2025 at 10:01 AM
#MicroSky: PROBIOTICS: AI-2 signalling via luxS is key for Bifidobacterium in the gut. Disrupting luxS impairs host communication, sugar transport, ion uptake & stress response. This highlights AI-2’s role in colonization & persistence. doi.org/10.1111/1751...
#MicroSky: BIOFUELS: Tsamadou et al show that different staring communities in anaerobic digestion ended up working the same, even though their species makeup stayed different. Learn about functional communities in doi.org/10.1111/1751...
October 7, 2025 at 10:01 AM
#MicroSky: BIOFUELS: Tsamadou et al show that different staring communities in anaerobic digestion ended up working the same, even though their species makeup stayed different. Learn about functional communities in doi.org/10.1111/1751...