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Monday, 01 September 2025 08:36

Liebe ÖGMBT Mitglieder, die Sommerferien neigen sich dem Ende zu und der Schulstart steht vor der Tür. Open Science bietet im Herbst Fortbildungen für Pädagog:innen zu den Themen „Die menschliche Haut“ an der PH Wien und „Krebs“ an der PH Graz an. Anmeldungen sind noch möglich. Außerdem finden Sie neue Unterrichtsmaterialien zum Thema Allergien auf unserer Website! Projektnews: Mit diesem Schuljahr startet unser neues Projekt „ZuPacken! Zukunft der Verpackung!“. Gemeinsam mit 5 Schulen, der Hochschule Campus Wien und Projektpartner:innen aus der Industrie beleuchten wir die vielseitigen Aspekte von Verpackungen und Nachhaltigkeit. Auch das Vienna Open Lab startet mit dem Herbstprogramm voll durch: Ab September beginnen wieder die „Kanal Optimal“-Kurse, die gemeinsam mit Wien Kanal und dem Umweltbildungsprogramm der Stadt Wien entwickelt wurden. Ebenso wird das Tutor:innen-Team vorgestellt. Sie begleiten Schulklassen, interessierte Erwachsene und Lehrkräfte durch ein abwechslungsreiches Programm aus Experimenten, Mitmach-Stationen und forschendem Lernen. Das Open Science Team wünscht Ihnen einen entspannten Sommerausklang!
Sonstiges Fortbildungen für Pädagog:innen Aktuelle Fortbildungen für Pädagog:innen: "Krebs: Aktuelle Forschungsansätze und Therapieformen" am 10.11.2025 in Graz und "Die menschliche Haut – neueste Erkenntnisse zur Narbenbildung und Wundheilung" am 12.11.2025 in Wien.	Projektbeschreibung ZuPacken! – Zukunft der Verpackung Verpackungen bieten unseren Produkten im Alltag wichtigen Schutz – nachhaltige Lösungen werden dabei von immer größerer Bedeutung. Im Projekt „ZuPacken!“ setzen sich Kinder und Jugendliche mit den vielfältigen Funktionen und Herausforderungen von Verpackungen auseinander.	Aktuelles Kanal optimal – Kostenloses Praktikum im Herbst 2025 Woraus darf Abwasser bestehen und warum haben Fett und altes Speiseöl nichts im Kanal zu suchen? Im kostenlosen Spezialpraktikum, das gemeinsam mit Wien Kanal und dem Umweltbildungsprogramm der Stadt Wien entwickelt wurde, warten abwechslungsreise Labor-Experimente auf die Besucher:innen.
Umwelt - Technik - Landwirtschaft Hitze unter der Erde: Wiens Grundwasser wird wärmer Aktuelle Studie an der BOKU University: In Wien ist das Grundwasser in den letzten Jahrzehnten deutlich wärmer geworden.	Medizin - Mensch - Ernährung Unterrichtsmaterialien „Total allergisch!“ Sie möchten Ihre Schüler:innen auf das Thema Allergien sensibilisieren oder haben sogar betroffene Kinder in der Klasse? Hier finden Sie neue Unterrichtsmaterialien um Grundwissen in der Volksschule zu vermitteln.	Aktuelles Mit Begeisterung für Wissenschaft - Das Vienna Open Lab-Tutor:innen-Team Wer sorgt dafür, dass bei uns im Mitmachlabor die Funken der Begeisterung überspringen? Wer erklärt komplexe Wissenschaft so, dass selbst Kindergartenkinder mit leuchtenden Augen „Ahhh!“ rufen? Das sind unsere Tutor:innen, das Herzstück des Vienna Open Labs.

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Celebrating Science & Community: The FEMS August Newsletter Is Here!

Friday, 29 August 2025 01:13

Federation of European Microbiological Societies

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Dear ÖGMBT members,

Welcome to the August edition of the FEMS monthly newsletter. As we approach the end of the Summer, we have an exciting lineup of content to share.

In this issue, we take a look back at the most-read papers published so far in 2025 across our seven journals, offering insight into the research that has captured the attention of the scientific community.

This month, we are also celebrating the creative side of science with the launch of the #MicrobeArt2025 Competition in honor of International Microorganism Day. We invite you to channel your artistic talents to celebrate the fascinating world of microbes. Additionally, we are pleased to announce the publication of the FEMS MICRO 2025 Abstract Book, a comprehensive collection of the groundbreaking research that was presented during the FEMS MICRO Milan 2025: Congress & Exhibition.

Inside, you will also find the latest insights from our scientific researchers in our blog section, a roundup of new job posts, and a final call for submitting your event proposals. We hope you enjoy this month's newsletter.

All the best,
The FEMS Team

Discover this year's most read papers (Jan - July 2025). These papers have sparked new discussions, inspired fresh lines of inquiry, and captured the attention of scholars, practitioners, and curious minds alike.

Here are the five most read papers from each of our seven FEMS journals so far this year. Click the links below to find them for each journal.

FEMS Microbiology Letters
FEMS Microbiology Reviews
FEMS Microbiology Ecology
Pathogens and Disease (soon to be FEMS Infectious Diseases)
FEMS Yeast Research
FEMS Microbes
microLife

Publish with purpose:

Looking for a place to publish your paper? FEMS journals, run by and for microbiologists, publish rigorously peer-reviewed research to support the microbiology community.

Find all open calls for thematic issues submissions here. We have open access and free-to-publish submission options available.

Immerse yourself within the dynamic world of microbiology with the #FEMSmicroBlog, your essential monthly resource for the latest news, recent studies, innovative discoveries, and insightful perspectives.

Explore our latest blog posts:

MicroMundo@Oeiras as a citizen science project to tackle antibiotic resistance - Antibiotic resistance is one of the greatest health threats of our time. Every year, infections caused by resistant bacteria cause thousands of deaths and put immense pressure on healthcare systems. In this global battle, it is not just doctors and researchers who can make a difference. Citizens, too, can play a key role. Read the full blog and discover the idea behind the project and research.
About the interactions between sugars from mother’s milk and the baby’s microbes - Milk sugars from the mother play a crucial role in the development of a baby’s gut microbiome. To explore the interactions between different sugars and the gut microbes in an infant, the study “Milk and mucin glycans orchestrate a synthetic infant gut microbiota structure” applies an in vitro synthetic community consisting of glycan degraders and cross-feeders. Maryse Berkhout explains this in detail. Read the full blog.
Can we find new antibiotics from the Antarctic? - The Antarctic environment harbours diverse and abundant microbial communities, with many of its endemic species occurring nowhere else in the world. Bacteria living in Antarctic marine creatures are of interest because they produce chemicals with various functions. This study identified several new bacterial isolates and showed the antimicrobial capacity of two bacteria from an Antarctic Sea anemone, as explained by Kudzai Hwengwere. Read the full blog.

The #FEMSmicroBlog welcomes external bloggers, writers and SciComm enthusiasts. Get in touch if you want to share your idea for a blog entry with us.

Microbe Art 2025 Competition

Our much loved Microbe Art Competition is back, in support of International Microorganism Day on 17 September 2025. Help celebrate the wondrous world of microbes by getting creative and sharing your art.

Simply, post your creation on social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn) with the hashtags #MicrobeArt2025 and #InternationalMicroorganismDay and tag @IntMicroDay. Find out more.

FEMS MICRO 2025 Abstract Book Published

The FEMS MICRO 2025 Abstract Book is now available for download. FEMS MICRO Milan 2025 convened the global microbiology community to share exceptional research across a range of diverse topic tracks, including Eco Innovations, Health Horizons, Biotechnology, and Engagement & Growth. Download the Abstract Book.

10th International Conference on Polar and Alpine Microbiology

This meeting will build upon the success of the previous nine editions of the conference series. Our goal is to bring together global researchers to explore various aspects of microbial diversity, function, and activity of cold-adapted microorganisms in polar and alpine environments. The conference will provide a platform for discussing the latest developments in the field, fostering the exchange of ideas and experiences on an international scale. Visit the website to find out more.

Opportunity of the month

PhD position - Role of root traits on nutrient acquisition via mycorrhiza

Association: INRAE Occitanie-Toulouse

Application Deadline: 15 September

We are looking for a PhD to join our team at the “Laboratory of Plant-Microbe-Environment Interactions“ (team “Arbuscular mycorrhizal symbiosis efficacy“, https://www.lipme.fr/efis) in Castanet Tolosan, France.

Find out more

Deadlines

Meeting Attendance Grant - 1 Sep

Microbe Art Competition - 10 Sep

Meeting Organiser Grants - 1 Nov

FEMS Grants

The not-for-profit FEMS Journals: run by microbiologists for microbiologists

Publish with purpose

The FEMS journals are run by microbiologists, and for microbiologists. Every article published by us has been rigorously reviewed for soundness of science by our community of academic peer reviewers – and the not-for-profit journals support the microbiology community.

Your FEBS Network highlights - September

Friday, 29 August 2025 11:30

Hello dear ÖGMBT members,

Here's a list of the great content selected as a highlight in the past 2 weeks.

Announcing the shortlist for the FEBS Letters Writing Contest: Celebrating Women in Science

Our shortlist reflects a wide range of perspectives on what it means to celebrate women in science Read more

FEBS Letters

Doubtful confidence

The most important equilibrium in research isn’t chemical, it’s psychological. Read more

Brooke Morriswood
writer, Total Internal Reflection

From static snapshots to dynamic visions

Attending a FEBS Workshop in Hungary on dynamic photobiology was an inspiring experience for this PhD student who splits his time between India and Australia. The course explored the functional dyn... Read more

JOYDEEP BARAL
PHD, University of Melbourne and Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

Confronting fungal infections: A molecular approach at HFP2026

The FEBS Advanced Lecture Course "HFP2026: Molecular mechanisms of host-pathogen interactions and virulence in human fungal pathogens" will take place 16–22 May 2026, in La Colle sur Loup, France. ... Read more

Jessica Quintin
Directrice de Recherche, Institut Pasteur

Ticket to ride

Brooke Morriswood
writer, Total Internal Reflection

Highlights from the FEBS Education & Training Committee events during the 49th FEBS Congress in Istanbul

The FEBS Education and Training Committee has the mission of promoting biochemistry and molecular biology education and training at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Read more

Lia (Evangelia) Gkasouka
Head of Strategic Marketing and COMMS, FEBS

FEBS Junior Section – Sara Silva Pereira: Host-pathogen interactions at the vascular interface

A webinar on host-pathogen interactions at the vascular interface by Dr Sara Silva Pereira, from the Parasite Vascular Interactions Lab at the Católica Biomedical Research Centre, Portugal. The eve... Watch video

FEBS Junior Section
Junior Section, FEBS

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FEBS Network
https://network.febs.org/

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Your FEBS Network highlights - September

Friday, 29 August 2025 11:30

Hello dear ÖGMBT members,

Here's a list of the great content selected as a highlight in the past 2 weeks.

Announcing the shortlist for the FEBS Letters Writing Contest: Celebrating Women in Science

Our shortlist reflects a wide range of perspectives on what it means to celebrate women in science Read more

FEBS Letters

Doubtful confidence

The most important equilibrium in research isn’t chemical, it’s psychological. Read more

Brooke Morriswood
writer, Total Internal Reflection

From static snapshots to dynamic visions

Attending a FEBS Workshop in Hungary on dynamic photobiology was an inspiring experience for this PhD student who splits his time between India and Australia. The course explored the functional dyn... Read more

JOYDEEP BARAL
PHD, University of Melbourne and Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

Confronting fungal infections: A molecular approach at HFP2026

The FEBS Advanced Lecture Course "HFP2026: Molecular mechanisms of host-pathogen interactions and virulence in human fungal pathogens" will take place 16–22 May 2026, in La Colle sur Loup, France. ... Read more

Jessica Quintin
Directrice de Recherche, Institut Pasteur

Ticket to ride

Brooke Morriswood
writer, Total Internal Reflection

Highlights from the FEBS Education & Training Committee events during the 49th FEBS Congress in Istanbul

The FEBS Education and Training Committee has the mission of promoting biochemistry and molecular biology education and training at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Read more

Lia (Evangelia) Gkasouka
Head of Strategic Marketing and COMMS, FEBS

FEBS Junior Section – Sara Silva Pereira: Host-pathogen interactions at the vascular interface

A webinar on host-pathogen interactions at the vascular interface by Dr Sara Silva Pereira, from the Parasite Vascular Interactions Lab at the Católica Biomedical Research Centre, Portugal. The eve... Watch video

FEBS Junior Section
Junior Section, FEBS

Interested in becoming a contributor to FEBS Network? Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more.

FEBS Network
https://network.febs.org/

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Your FEBS Network highlights - August

Friday, 15 August 2025 05:40

Hello ÖGMBT members,

You've opted in to receive a fortnightly round-up of the highlights from FEBS Network. Here's a list of the great content selected as a highlight in the past 2 weeks.

Retina in a dish: Methods & applications in life sciences

The FEBS Advanced Lecture Course "Retina in a dish: Methods & applications in life sciences" (Finland, 8–12 June 2026) will explore retina as an ex vivo model system, for students and researchers i... Read more

Henri Leinonen
Research Director, University of Eastern Finland

The best conferences have wet hair in the dress code

Planning to organize or attend a FEBS Advanced Course? Find out what it can be like from this PhD student who participated in the 'Biological surfaces and interfaces: biointerfaces at lipids, prote... Read more

Zuzana Johanovská
PhD student, JHI (Heyrovsky Institute; Czech Academy of Science)

Ticket to ride

Brooke Morriswood
writer, Total Internal Reflection

Highlights from the FEBS Education & Training Committee events during the 49th FEBS Congress in Istanbul

The FEBS Education and Training Committee has the mission of promoting biochemistry and molecular biology education and training at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Read more

Lia (Evangelia) Gkasouka
Head of Strategic Marketing and COMMS, FEBS

FEBS Junior Section – Sara Silva Pereira: Host-pathogen interactions at the vascular interface

A webinar on host-pathogen interactions at the vascular interface by Dr Sara Silva Pereira, from the Parasite Vascular Interactions Lab at the Católica Biomedical Research Centre, Portugal. The eve... Watch video

FEBS Junior Section
Junior Section, FEBS

Interested in becoming a contributor to FEBS Network? Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more.

FEBS Network
https://network.febs.org/

Visit FEBS Network

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FEBS Pulse July/August: Highlights and Updates on FEBS Activities

Wednesday, 06 August 2025 10:43

The 49th FEBS Congress: thank you!

If you were in Istanbul for the FEBS Congress 2025, thank you for all your contributions as speakers, poster presenters, audiences and exhibitors – including helping to create a strong sense of community and connection at the event. FEBS also extends special thanks to the Turkish Biochemical Society as the host Society, for all their efforts creating a memorable Congress.

With the theme ‘Bridging Continents to Advance Life Science’, a nod to the unique location of Istanbul, the event attracted over 2000 registrants from 67 countries for a rich and inspiring scientific programme of invited speaker talks, selected delegate talks and posters across the molecular life sciences, as well as a sprinkling of interesting sessions on wider topics and several social/networking opportunities.

You can now enjoy some special moments captured during the five days of the event as photos or a short video, and find some highlights of the event summarized here.

Interested in attending a future FEBS Congress? Save the date for the 50th FEBS Congress in the Netherlands next year: 4–8 July 2026.

Building Bridges: FEBS strengthens ties with two esteemed scientific organizations

FEBS has enhanced its strategic partnerships beyond Europe by establishing and renewing collaborative agreements with respected scientific organizations:

The Federation of Asian and Oceanian Biochemists and Molecular Biologists (FAOBMB)

Prof. Miguel A. De La Rosa, FEBS Secretary General, and Prof. Joon Kim, FAOBMB President.

Continuing the recently established bond between the two federations, FAOBMB’s lecture during the FEBS Annual Congress will be further enhanced and supported by FEBS. FEBS will reciprocally participate in the FAOBM congress by organizing the FEBS Lecture. This reciprocal agreement opens the door to a fruitful collaboration between FEBS and FAOBMB and holds significant importance for the scientific exchange between Europe and Asia.

• The Korean Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (KSBMB)

Prof. Miguel A. De la Rosa, FEBS Secretary General, and Prof. Bong-Kiun Kaang, KSBMB President

FEBS and KSBMB have committed to uniting their efforts to achieve strategic objectives and to strengthen their connections. By promoting mutual scientific exchange through conferences and a newly established joint symposium at their respective annual meetings beginning in 2026, FEBS and KSBMB aim to lay a robust foundation for collaboration. Starting in 2026, the joint symposium will be held as follows:

• the FEBS Congress 2026

• the KSBMB International Conference 2027

• the FEBS Congress 2028

• the KSBMB International Conference 2029

"This day is of great importance for FEBS," stated FEBS Secretary General, Prof. Miguel A. De la Rosa. "The agreement with KSBMB marks a significant milestone in FEBS's steadfast commitment to promoting science and facilitating scientific exchange across Europe and beyond, while also strengthening ties with the Korean scientific community."

"This MOU marks a mutually beneficial milestone for both KSBMB and FEBS. By strengthening our academic and strategic ties, we look forward to expanding collaborative research, fostering young scientists, and building a more connected global scientific community”, said Prof Bong-Kiun Kaang, KSBMB President.

FEBS-IUBMB-ENABLE Conference: Standard Registration Extended Until August 15th

Abstract submissions for posters and talks are now closed, but you can still register to attend the full programme — featuring keynote lectures, career development sessions, and interactive networking events. Don’t miss your chance to join the ENABLE community this October in Glasgow!

Register

FEBS Press

The Editors of FEBS Press went to the 49th FEBS Congress in Istanbul last month.

We attended inspiring talks by keynote speakers who are at the forefront of discovery, and enjoyed informal discussions with meeting attendees. The congress was a great opportunity to interact with early career researchers with curious minds and wide-ranging interests from all over the world. We were impressed by their work and awarded daily poster prizes to the very best. We were also delighted to welcome so many people to the interactive FEBS Press session on the final day of the congress.

Following an introduction to the four journals by the Editors-in-Chief and the FEBS Press publisher, attendees were split into two groups to discuss two important topics: how to choose a journal for your research, and how to promote your published article. These discussions, led by Dr. Julija Hmeljak (Managing Editor of The FEBS Journal) and Dr. Sara Fuentes (Managing Editor of FEBS Open Bio), raised many interesting and helpful considerations for attendees.

The session was concluded by a presentation by Dr. Matteo Oliverio (of Matteo Oliverio SciArt) and Dr. Duncan Wright (Managing Editor of FEBS Letters) on how to create an effective graphical abstract. This session, previously held at last year’s FEBS Congress in Milan, returned by popular demand; once again, it was standing room only for late arrivals! Dr. Oliverio shared his many years of experience as a trained scientist, graphic designer, and artist to help attendees create a compelling visual summary of their research.

Don’t worry if you were unable to attend this excellent session: an accompanying article on the art of the graphical abstract will be published in FEBS Letters later this year.

Whether at a conference or not, your work is of utmost importance to us, and we would be delighted to discuss your findings and the best way to get them published in an informal online meeting. If you wish to talk to a FEBS Press Editor, please don’t hesitate to contact one of the following Editorial Offices with a request to meet an editor at the following addresses:

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FEBS Advanced Courses

The second half of 2025 includes the courses listed below. Courses later in the year, such as the workshops on aging in hematopoiesis and on redox medicine, or the special meeting on aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase, are open and welcoming participants. If you are interested on a course coming up soon, contact the organizers directly to find out if they are still open for registrations.

FEBS Advanced Lecture Courses
Functional genomics of metabolic diseases
Spetses Island, Greece | 29 August – 3 September 2025

FEBS Special Meetings
Expanding frontiers in aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase research
Dubrovnik, Croatia | 28 September – 3 October 2025

FEBS Practical and Lecture Courses
Computational approaches to understanding and engineering enzyme catalysis
Stockholm, Sweden │ 29 September – 3 October 2025

FEBS Workshops
Immunology, metabolism and ageing
Matrei am Brenner, Austria │ 8–11 September 2025
Connecting the exposome with redox regulation in health and disease
Luso, Portugal │ 6–9 October 2025
Molecular and cellular pathways of aging in hematopoiesis
Crete, Greece │ 20–24 October 2025

Joint FEBS | EMBO Lecture Courses
Venice Summer School 2025: Emergence & evolution of multi-level regulatory systems
Venice, Italy | 17–22 August 2025
The new microbiology
Spetses Island, Greece | 3–11 September 2025
The evolving role of mitochondria in metabolism
Belgrade, Serbia | 14–18 September 2025
Susan Lindquist School on Proteostasis
Espoo, Finland | 16–19 September 2025

Round 2 of the call for proposals for 2026 FEBS Advanced Courses

Are you planning to apply to organize a FEBS Advanced Course? The next deadline for applications is 1 September 2025. Find out more about submitting an application for funding to organize a course in 2026.

The FEBS Advanced Courses on the FEBS Network

As we enter the second half of 2025, we would like to celebrate the FEBS Advanced Courses that took place earlier this year. Several of the participants and organizers have shared a FEBS Network post with us about the courses, and we flag here a selection:

· What was it like to attend the FEBS Special Meeting on “Sphingolipid Biology: Breaking Boundaries" as a speaker and as a student?

· How has it helped to attend the Joint EMBO | FEBS Lecture Course "Physical Virology: Across Length Scales" and what does it mean to win a special award for this student?

· What was the scientific and training content of the FEBS Practical Course “Fluorescence Microspectroscopy: Functional Imaging of Biological Systems”?

· How was the FEBS Workshop “Time-resolved spectroscopy meets time-resolved crystallography: the future of dynamic photobiology” structured to optimize learning and foster a research community?

· What were the key topics covered at the FEBS Workshop: European Workshop on Bacterial Protein Toxins?

FEBS Education and Training

Join us at the FEBS & Norway Bioscience Society (NBS) Joint Education Event: Teaching Large, Thinking Deep: Active Learning and Assessment in Expanding Classrooms, September 18–19, 2025, Venue: Department of Biomedicine, University of Bergen - Target Audience: University educators (medical/biomedical sciences), PhD/postdocs interested in teaching.
Save the date and mark your calendar for the leading European forum in molecular life sciences education: FEBS Education and Training Conference, March 25-29, 2026 / Pine Bay Resort, Kusadasi, Türkiye

Join fellow educators, researchers, and institutional leaders in a vibrant, hands-on, and forward-thinking event.

Learn more

FEBS3+ Meetings

There’s still just time to register for a FEBS3+ Meeting this September in Prague or Belgrade. These are broad scientific meetings organized through collaboration of three (or more) FEBS Constituent Societies from nearby countries. Explore the programmes and registration information at the links below:

· FEBS3+ Meeting: Unlocking the Secrets of Life (XXVIII Congress); Czech Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology – ČSBMB (organizer and host), with SSBMB (Slovakia), PTBioch (Poland) and GBM (Germany) Societies
Prague, Czech Republic | 7–10 September 2025

· FEBS3+ Meeting: Advances in Molecular Biosciences: from genes to personalized therapies; Serbian Biochemical Society – SBS (organizer and host), with HDBMB (Croatia), MBKE (Hungary), SBD (Slovenia) and ABMBBIH (Bosnia and Herzegovina) Societies
Belgrade, Serbia | 24–27 September 2025

FEBS3+ Meetings 2026

FEBS Constituent Societies are invited to submit proposals now to receive FEBS funding for FEBS3+ Meetings to be held next year. Find guidance on the FEBS website here. Deadline: 30 September 2025.

FEBS website

FEBS Press

FEBS Network

Your FEBS Network highlights - July

Friday, 01 August 2025 12:26

Hello ÖGMBT members,

here's a list of the great content selected as a highlight in the past 2 weeks.

The 49th FEBS Congress, Istanbul – a look back by video

FEBS Communications

FEBS Advanced Workshop: EUROPEAN WORKSHOP ON BACTERIAL PROTEIN TOXINS - A Resounding Success in Spain!

FEBS Communications

Reflecting on FEBS Open Bio’s involvement at the 49th FEBS Congress

The FEBS Congress gave us an opportunity to showcase our commitment to empowering young scientists and engaging with the scientific community – read on to find out how. Read more

FEBS Open Bio

Beyond the Panel: What We Talked (and Didn’t Talk) About on AI in Education at FEBS 2025

In this reflection, I share key takeaways from the session and expand on some challenges we couldn’t fully explore during FEBS IUBMB joint Education Session: From Challenges to Opportunities: Integ... Read more

Ali Burak Özkaya
Assistant Professor, Izmir University of Economics Faculty of Medicine

Interested in becoming a contributor to FEBS Network? Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more.

FEBS Network
https://network.febs.org/

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BIO-Europe 2025 in Wien: Reduzierte Tickets

Thursday, 31 July 2025 05:28

BIO-Europe 2025 in Wien

Die BIO-Europe ist Europas führende Partnering-Konferenz im biopharmazeutischen Sektor. Die Veranstaltung findet heuer vom 3. bis 5. November 2025 in Wien statt. Im Anschluss folgt am 11. und 12. November 2025 ein digitales Partnering-Event. Vor Ort werden rund 6.000 Entscheidungsträger*innen aus der internationalen Life-Sciences-Branche erwartet. LISAvienna, die Clusterplattform für Life Sciences in Wien, fungiert als lokale Gastgeberin und organisiert einen Gemeinschaftsstand. Für Organisationen aus ganz Österreich stehen vergünstigte LISA – Life Science Austria Pakete zur Verfügung. Die Early-Bird-Phase endet am 23. Juli 2025. Nutzen Sie die Chance, gemeinsam mit Österreichs wichtigsten Biotechnologie-Expert*innen die Stärken der regionalen Biotech-Landschaft sichtbar zu machen und sich zu vernetzen.

Mehr Infos zur BioEurope und den vergünstigten Registrierungen finden Sie hier: Info BioEurope , bitte laden Sie das Dokument „ LISA registration form for BIO-Europe 2025 in Vienna“ herunter, füllen es aus und schicken es an This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Wenn Sie Interesse an einer Firmenpräsentation im Rahmen der BioEurope haben, wenden Sie sich an Elvira Kainersdorfer This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., es sind vergünstigte Firmenpräsentationen für Biotech- Unternehmen und kostenlose Pakete für junge Biotechunternehmen ( jünger als 3 Jahre) und Projekte aus Akademia verfügbar.

Auf der Website Info BioEurope Vienna.kann unten das Formular „ LISA registration form for BIO-Europe 2025 in Vienna“ heruntergeladen werden, bitte das Formular ausfüllen und an This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. senden, als österreichische Firma /Organisation bekommt man damit automatisch das vergünstigte Ticket.

OECD Forschungsförderungs-PRogramm

Thursday, 31 July 2025 05:23

Liebe Kolleginnen und Kollegen,

Interessierte Forscher:innen können für ihre wissenschaftlichen Aktivitäten im Jahr 2026 eine Finanzierung durch das OECD-Forschungsförderungs-Programm beantragen. Teilnahmeberechtigt sind Forscher:innen bzw. Institutionen all jener OECD-Mitgliedstaaten, die sich am Programm beteiligen.

Auch heuer ist es wieder möglich, finanzielle Förderung für die Abhaltung von internationalen Veranstaltungen (hybrid, virtuell oder in Präsenz) bzw. Sponsoring von Auslandsaufenthalten durch das OECD-Forschungsförderungs-Programm Co-operative Research Programme: Sustainable Agricultural and Food Systems – International Conference and Research Fellowship Sponsorship Campaign 2026 zu erhalten.

Die Forschungsfelder sind breit gestreut, so sind Förderungen zum Beispiel für die Arbeit in folgenden Bereichen möglich:

Nachhaltiges Produktivitätswachstum, Lebensmittelsicherheit und Ernährung;
Eindämmung des Klimawandels, Verringerung der Emissionen aus der Landwirtschaft und den Lebensmittelsystemen, Kohlenstoffbindung in der Land- und Forstwirtschaft sowie der Landnutzung;
Verringerung der negativen Umweltauswirkungen der Tierhaltung und der für die Tiergesundheit und das Wohlergehen der Tiere schädlichen Praktiken; Untersuchung des positiven Beitrags, den die Tierhaltung zur Bodenqualität und -bewirtschaftung, zur biologischen Vielfalt und zur Sicherung des Lebensunterhalts leisten kann;
Biologische Vielfalt, Verbesserung der Ökosystemleistungen;
Eindämmung und Umkehrung des Waldverlustes und der Bodendegradation;
Verbesserung der Bodengesundheit sowie der Wasser- und Luftqualität, auch durch agrarökologische und andere innovative, kontextspezifische Ansätze;
Innovationen bei der Weitergabe und Entwicklung von landwirtschaftlichem Wissen, einschließlich indigenem und traditionellem Wissen;
Produktivität, Nachhaltigkeit und Resilienz von Fischerei und Aquakultur;

Weitere Informationen

Informationen zum Programm finden Sie auch in der Broschüre "Co-operative Research Programme: Sustainable Agricultural and Food Systems" der OECD.

Für Detailinformationen und bei Fragen steht das Programmsekretariat unter This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. zur Verfügung.

International Events Sponsorship Campaign 2026

Ein Schwerpunkt dieses OECD-Programms ist die finanzielle Förderung von internationalen Veranstaltungen (Workshops, Konferenzen, Kongresse, etc.). Ein Antrag kann für eine hybride, virtuelle oder Präsenz- Veranstaltung gestellt werden. Interessierte Forscher:innen bzw. Institutionen können sich ab sofort bei der OECD bewerben.

Dafür steht ein Online Antragsformular inklusive Hilfe zum Ausfüllen zur Verfügung.

Es wird dringend empfohlen sich vor der Einreichung des Antrags direkt mit dem zuständigen Mitglied des „Scientific Advisory Body“ in Verbindung zu setzen.

Weitere Informationen über die einzuhaltenden Guidelines & Conditions finden Sie nachstehend: https://www.oecd.org/content/dam/oecd/en/about/programmes/co-operative-research-programme/crp-event-sponsorship-application-guidelines-and-conditions.pdf

Deadline für die Einreichung von Anträgen zur Finanzierung von internationalen Veranstaltungen für das Jahr 2026 ist der 10. September 2025.

Fellowship Campaign 2026

Interessierte Forscher:innen können sich um das Sponsoring von Auslandsaufenthalten (Dauer: 6 bis 26 Wochen) in den teilnehmenden OECD-Mitgliedstaaten bewerben.

Dafür steht ein Online Antragsformular inklusive Hilfe zum Ausfüllen zur Verfügung.

Es wird dringend empfohlen sich vor der Einreichung des Antrags direkt mit dem zuständigen Mitglied des „Scientific Advisory Body“ in Verbindung zu setzen.

Weitere Informationen über die einzuhaltenden Guidelines & Conditions finden Sie nachstehend: https://www.oecd.org/content/dam/oecd/en/about/programmes/co-operative-research-programme/crp-fellowship-guidelines.pdf

Deadline für die Einreichung von Anträgen zur Finanzierung von Auslandsaufenthalten für das Jahr 2026 ist der 10. September 2025.

Further questions? Kindly write to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

FEMS Monthly: Relive FEMS MICRO, Last Minute Summer School Spots, and Journal News!

Wednesday, 30 July 2025 03:56

Dear ÖGMBT members,

This July, we are bringing you a special edition of the FEMS Monthly Newsletter, kicking off with a look back at an inspiring FEMS MICRO Milan 2025: Congress & Exhibition.

Held from 14-17 July, this year's congress brought together over 2000 participants from more than 95 countries, showcasing the global spirit of microbiology. Looking ahead, save the date for FEMS MICRO 2027, which will take place in Ljubljana, Slovenia, from 5-8 July.

In this issue, you can also explore our latest journal articles and research-filled blogs, and learn more about the exciting evolution of Pathogens and Disease into FEMS Infectious Diseases starting in January 2026, expanding its focus on infectious disease research.

Ready to catch up? This month's newsletter is packed with insights you won't want to miss!

All the best,
The FEMS Team

FEMS Journals, in partnership with Oxford University Press (OUP), are a leading resource for the microbiology community. Our not-for-profit publications advance the field through research, education, and collaboration, featuring exciting special issues, topical webinars, and cutting-edge advancements.

The latest research from our journals can be found below:

FEMS Microbiology Letters - Purification of Active Staphylococcal Alpha-Toxin produced in Bacillus subtilis - Published: 17 July 2025
FEMS Microbiology Reviews - Thermal shift assay to identify ligands for bacterial sensor proteins - Published: 26 July 2025
FEMS Microbiology Ecology - Emerging probiotics: future therapeutics for human gut health - Published: 25 July 2025
Pathogens and Disease - Characterization of BK polyomavirus-associated nephropathy (BKPyVAN) in kidney transplant recipients using transcriptomic analysis: a comprehensive scoping review - Published: 24 July 2025
FEMS Yeast Research - Glycerol Bioconversion to Biofuel and Value-Added Products by Yeasts - Published: 22 July 2025
FEMS Microbes - Soil properties in agricultural systems affect microbial genomic traits - Published: 24 June 2025

microLife - Metagenomic CRISPR Array Analysis Tool: A Novel Graph-Based Approach To Finding CRISPR Arrays In Metagenomic Datasets - Published: 17 July 2025

Pathogens and Disease is becoming FEMS Infectious Diseases

From January 2026, Pathogens and Disease will be relaunching as FEMS Infectious Diseases. This marks an exciting evolution for the journal; new name and renewed mission with the same scientific rigor.

Prof. Gad Frankel, Imperial College London, will step in as sole Editor-in-Chief to spearhead this new chapter for FEMS Journals on infection and infection prevention underpinning public health.

Gad shared his vision for the journals, stating, “With an eye on public health concerns, we aim to cover infectious diseases research in the broadest sense, encompassing topics from infection prevention and control together with novel therapeutics, as well as existing (e.g. AMR) and emerging challenges.”

Find out more

Are you studying small proteins in prokaryotes?

microLife is calling for submissions to an upcoming thematic issue on the various mechanisms and functional roles of small proteins in prokaryotes. Submit by 30 September 2025 to have you paper featured.

Find out more

Looking for a place to publish your paper? Find all open calls for thematic issues submissions here. We have open access and free-to-publish submission options available.

Immerse yourself within the dynamic world of microbiology with the #FEMSmicroBlog, your essential monthly resource for the latest news, recent studies, innovative discoveries, and insightful perspectives.

Explore our latest blog posts:

Tackling drug-resistant bacteria with quorum sensing quenchers - For decades, antibiotics have helped us successfully fight many diseases. Their overuse and misuse, however, have led to the emergence of bacteria that no longer respond to these drugs. This makes antimicrobial resistance a significant public health threat around the world and requires us to find alternative treatments. Hear from Mariella Bodemeier Loayza Careaga as she discusses how scientists are exploring quorum quenching as a promising strategy to combat drug-resistant bacteria. Read the full blog.
Microbes in a Plastic World: Challenges and opportunities -The world is awash in plastic, and at FEMS MICRO 2025, a thought provoking session tackled this very issue: “Microbes in a Plastic World.” This gathering brought together a diverse group of scientists, industry leaders, and policy experts to delve into one of the most urgent and fascinating intersections of microbiology and sustainability. This blog post summarizes the discussion, highlighting how microbes interact with plastics, from their ability to colonize and transform these materials to the unintentional spread of pathogens. Read the full blog.
Toxin-antitoxin systems as survival tools for bacteria - Bacteria require sophisticated sensing mechanisms to adjust their metabolisms to stressful conditions and hostile environments. One such mechanism is the toxin–antitoxin system, which plays crucial roles for bacteria to adapt to environmental challenges. Hear from Marie-Laure Pinel-Marie as she highlights the diversity and complexity of environmental cues that influence the activation of toxin–antitoxin systems. Read the full blog.

The #FEMSmicroBlog welcomes external bloggers, writers and SciComm enthusiasts. Get in touch if you want to share your idea for a blog entry with us.

FEMS MICRO is heading to Ljubljana, Slovenia, from 5-8 July 2027

Almost 25 years after Ljubljana hosted our very first FEMS Congress, we are excited to go back to where it all began, collaborating with the Slovenian Microbiological Society. Come celebrate the incredible advancements in microbiology with our community, as we hear about cutting-edge research from both emerging and established voices.

You can easily add the event to your calendar using our handy add-to-calendar link. Interested in reliving FEMS MICRO Milan 2025? Watch the highlights video.

Don't forget to submit your International Microorganism Day (IMD) event proposal

Join the global celebration of microbes by organising an event on or around 17 September. Your event will help raise awareness about the importance of microbes, inspire curiosity in microbiology, promote understanding of their positive impact, and connect you globally with others celebrating the unseen world!

Submit your event proposal today and be a part of something impactful. Event proposals will be reviewed from the 1st of each month until 1 September.

Last-Minute Summer School Spots Available

Are you an early career postdoc working on research aligned with harnessing microbial solutions in environmental research and One Health? A few places remain for our upcoming Summer School in Ohrid, North Macedonia (2–10 September 2025), directed by Prof. Joana Falcao Salles and Prof. Tillman Lüders.

This is a unique opportunity to expand your network, exchange ideas, and strengthen your research in a focused and collaborative environment.

Spaces are limited, so if you know colleagues or friends who would benefit from this event, please encourage them to register. To apply, simply send your contact details and a short motivation explaining why you would like to attend to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by 7 August. Accepted participants will be notified by 10 August. Registration fee: €580 (includes accommodation, meals, and VAT)

Opportunity of the month

Postdoctoral fellow in environmental microbial genomics

Company: Trent University (Canada)

Application deadline: 31 August

The Ecosystems and Global Change Group (www.ecosystemchange.com) at Trent University is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow.

Find out more

Deadlines

Summer school for postdocs - 7 Aug

Meeting attendance grants - 1 Sep

Meeting organiser grants - 1 Nov

FEMS Grants

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The FEMS journals are run by microbiologists, and for microbiologists. Every article published by us has been rigorously reviewed for soundness of science by our community of academic peer reviewers – and the not-for-profit journals support the microbiology community.

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