The #TMHMS25 has just wrapped up!
It’s been four amazing days of stimulating discussions and sharing our science in a wonderfully relaxed and supportive atmosphere.
There was a truly genuine sense of community among all participants, which I really cherish.

Cheers, to the next one! 🌊

Whole genome sequencing revealed the presence of four mutations in IGFL1 genome that may be related to more effective utilization of nutrients, leading to the observed further improvement in benefits for the fruit fly.

Administration of IGFL1 to conventional C57Bl/6j male mice under both nutrient deprivation (A-D) and normal dietary conditions (E-H) significantly increased body length and weight growth rates compared to placebo-fed animals. In mice, these effects were comparable to those of the ancestral strain.

After ten Drosophila generations, we identified an evolved strain (L. plantarum IGFL1) that significantly improved Drosophila juvenile growth compared to the ancestral strain and other growth promoting strains of L. plantarum

Whole genome sequencing revealed the presence of four mutations in IGFL1 genome that may be related to more effective utilization of nutrients, leading to the observed further improvement in benefits for the fruit fly.

Administration of IGFL1 to conventional C57Bl/6j male mice under both nutrient deprivation (A-D) and normal dietary conditions (E-H) significantly increased body length and weight growth rates compared to placebo-fed animals. In mice, these effects were comparable to those of the ancestral strain.

After ten Drosophila generations, we identified an evolved strain (L. plantarum IGFL1) that significantly improved Drosophila juvenile growth compared to the ancestral strain and other growth promoting strains of L. plantarum

🌊 Calling all MSc & PhD students!
Apply now for our #Summerschool on #Host-Microbe Symbioses in Aquatic Environments
Dive into 5 days of field, lab & computational activities in the stunning Venetian Lagoon + amazing invited speakers!
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🗓️ Deadline: May 20

🚨 Exciting news for marine science & microbiology enthusiasts!
Don't miss the Trends in Marine Host-Microbe Symbioses Symposium #TMHMS25 now LIVE!
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📅 22-25 October 2025
📍 Padua, Italy

Incredible line-up of speakers!

📢PhD fellowship available in our team📢
Combine microbial genomics, advanced imaging techniques and animal social behaviour to understand how microbiomes are transmitted between individuals 🐟🦠🔬🧫🧬
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