From soil health to antimicrobial resistance, Sustainable Microbiology publishes articles that demonstrate microbiological applications to underpin policy and decision-making and deliver sustainability impacts. 🔗 Browse and bookmark our policy articles today buff.ly/BED2DMi

Weed infestation is one of the most damaging biotic factors limiting crop production. In this review, authors discuss bacterial allelopathy as a sustainable approach for biological control of weeds, compared to traditional herbicides. 🌱 buff.ly/OkiXhbO

Mycoplasma genitalium is challenging to work with, and new methods are needed to study this bacterium directly in clinical samples. Here, authors develop and validate a PCR-based tiling methodology for sequencing M. genitalium genomes using the Oxford Nanopore MinION. buff.ly/ACH25N4

We are pleased to welcome Dr Smruthi Karthikeyan to the Editorial Board of Journal of Applied Microbiology! 🔗 Learn more about our Editors buff.ly/tEpm2Q7

New research investigates the sources of organic carbon in Irish saltmarshes, revealing that the majority is of marine origin, as indicated by bacteriohopanepolyol biomarkers, highlighting the dynamic nature of these ecosystems and their potential for carbon sequestration. buff.ly/Iih3qm0

In this study, authors evaluate the impact of storage conditions on live bacteria in partially processed faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) products, with results suggesting that freezer storage is a reliable method for maintaining product quality. buff.ly/wIpqRfS

Ensuring the quality of treated drinking water is crucial in protecting public health. This study investigates the utility of flow cytometry (FCM) fingerprints for microbial event detection in drinking water. 🚰 buff.ly/g54679E #Microsky

We are pleased to welcome Dr Ryan R. Cochrane to the Editorial Board of Journal of Applied Microbiology! 🔗 Learn more about our Editors buff.ly/FhgQaZ8

Fungal pathogens continue to pose a significant challenge to global agriculture, food security, and public health. In this review, authors advocate for integrating bacterial antifungal strategies into sustainable agriculture and post-harvest management systems. academic.oup.com/lambio/artic...

We are pleased to announce that Sustainable Microbiology is now indexed in Scopus! By publishing in Sustainable Microbiology, you are choosing a journal committed to driving the visibility and quality of scholarly research. 🔗 Learn more about the benefits of publishing with us buff.ly/3rm2e8f

A new study examines tetracycline resistance gene distribution in a wastewater treatment plant and finds that these genes are less host-restricted than previously believed, suggesting complex microbial communities help spread antibiotic resistance across diverse bacterial taxa. buff.ly/V4o63A4

We are pleased to welcome Dr Stephen Kelly as an Associate Editor for Journal of Applied Microbiology! 🔗 Learn more about our Editors buff.ly/FhgQaZ8

In this study, authors profiled antimicrobial-resistant bacteria in fruits and vegetables in Nigeria. A total of 53 bacterial isolates were identified, with 67.93% showing resistance to multiple antibiotics, highlighting a significant food safety concern. buff.ly/Hy6piE2

#Tuberculosis (TB) is a major health concern, considered the foremost contributor to human mortality resulting from infectious disease. This review examines the use of next-generation sequencing and bioinformatics tools in TB research. academic.oup.com/jambio/artic... #Microsky

Biocides are important for controlling microorganisms in various environments, but their use and misuse may contribute to #AntimicrobialResistance. In this review, authors provide a critical assessment of the sustainable applications of biocides. 🔗 academic.oup.com/sumbio/artic...

In this review, authors provide a comprehensive guide for design and validation of multiplex digital PCR assays, promoting dPCR uptake and standardization, and enhancing consistency across laboratories. 🔗 academic.oup.com/lambio/artic...

From ecosystem restoration to sustainable resource management, this Sustainable Microbiology themed collection aims to highlight the importance of the #Rhizosphere microbiome in advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals. 🔗 Browse the collection here academic.oup.com/sumbio/pages...

A new review characterizes plant responses to combined abiotic stresses and defines the frameworks of epigenetic memory and microbial influence on adaptive plasticity, advocating for a shift to multi-scale regulatory approaches to develop climate-resilient crops. 🌱 academic.oup.com/jambio/artic...

The antibiotic resistance crisis and the next viral pandemic represent major infectious disease threats. This review evaluates pandemic preparedness, and the importance of addressing these threats within the #OneHealth framework. https://ow.ly/cmSz50ZnrQB #Microsky

A new study demonstrates that certain plastic-degrading bacteria can induce transformations in acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) and styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) polymer blends, highlighting new perspectives for the biological degradation of synthetic plastics. 🦠 https://ow.ly/tT8I50ZoSyu

Skin and soft tissue infections are a major economic and clinical burden, particularly with increasing #AntimicrobialResistance. This review explores new antimicrobial therapies with potential to combat skin infections caused by S. aureus. https://ow.ly/rg3G50Znrti #Microsky

Call for Papers 📄 Journal of Applied Microbiology welcomes papers exploring the applications of AI tools and predictive approaches in advancing our understanding of soil microorganisms in diverse environments. 🔗 Learn more and submit your research today https://ow.ly/zm1e50ZmPXi #Microsky

Food-grade titanium dioxide (E171) is widely used as a food additive, yet concerns persist regarding potential gastrointestinal effects. Here, authors demonstrate that food matrices critically influence the behaviour of E171 and its microbiome-mediated effects. https://ow.ly/Ubhj50ZjbTJ #Microsky

A new review explores the potential of bacteria as anticancer agents, highlighting their production of diverse bioactive metabolites with various mechanisms of action against cancer cells, and addressing current limitations and outlining future directions. https://ow.ly/18eU50ZjaEh #Microsky

In a new study, @scienceisnotfun.bsky.social and colleagues investigate Antarctic snow algae's responses to rising temperatures, highlighting the importance of understanding their temperature tolerance for predicting climate change impacts on these ecosystems. https://ow.ly/CiB550Zj82q #Microsky

A new review explores the potential link between the gut microbiome and interstitial lung disease (IDL), bridging the gap between preclinical mechanics and clinical phenotypes to provide a foundational framework for IDL management. https://ow.ly/W56S50Zj2JE #Microsky

#Synbiotics are increasingly being examined for their potential to enhance host health. A new study introduces an innovative synbiotic potential score designed to assess interactions between prebiotics and probiotics. 💊 https://ow.ly/is1q50ZbU1P

A new study utilises dynamic light scattering to provide a consistent method for assessing bacterial surface charge, which could enhance understanding of bacterial interactions in various applications, including antimicrobial therapies and water purification. 🦠 https://ow.ly/pCgZ50ZbTfA

A new study shows select biocide–phytochemical combinations improve infection control and reduce selective pressures driving resistance in healthcare settings, contributing to the design of safer, long-term disinfection strategies for sustainable healthcare management. https://ow.ly/Ixi650ZbQzO

Soil sealing and biodiversity loss are drivers of altered microbial communities in urban environments. This study examines how rewilding can enhance microbial diversity, finding that existing green spaces are linked to increased diversity on adjacent sealed surfaces 🌱 https://ow.ly/iYSz50ZbSsk