All Science Education & Outreach articles
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NewsHow a middle schooler found a new compound in goose feces
Middle schoolers through a partnership with a local univeristy, collected and analyzed environmental samples to find new antibiotic candidates. One unique sample, goose feces collected at a local park, had a bacterium that showed antibiotic activity.
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NewsEurope’s first ever conference for minoritised life scientists set for Spring 2025
A unique group of life science professionals and advocates has come together to launch the Minoritised Life Scientists Future Forum, the first major conference in Europe dedicated to supporting and showcasing the contributions of marginalised and underrepresented communities in the life sciences.
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NewsSyphilis cases are rising, but many people don’t know the symptoms
Syphilis cases are on the rise around the globe, but many Americans don’t know the symptoms. Just over half know that a case of syphilis can be permanently cured and most either mistakenly think there is a vaccine to prevent it or are unsure.
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FeaturesPostdoc Appreciation Week
We held a Q&A for postdocs from the University of Liverpool and The Quadram Institute to showcase their skills beyond research, and their views on the importance of postdocs within microbiology.
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CareersWorld Youth Skills Day 2023 - the inspirational young scientists who are going places
We’re celebrating the upcoming generation of young microbiologists on World Youth Skills Day 2023 by highlighting some of the inspirational student winners of the Grand Awards of Regeneron ISEF 2023.
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CareersBeing a SciArtist
Eliza Wolfson illustrates biological and scientific concepts for a variety of different audiences.
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NewsPublic embrace phages as antibiotic alternative
The public are in favour of the development of bacteria-killing viruses as an alternative to antibiotics – and more efforts to educate will make them significantly more likely to use the treatment, a new study shows.
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CareersSupporting well-being throughout your PhD
Hannah Trivett documents a selection of well-being initiatives which can help combat and tackle stress during Stress Awareness month,
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CareersFancy yourself as a popular science author?
Louise Hill-King, Careers Editor for The Microbiologist, asks microbial ecologist and author Jake Robinson about his journey to getting Invisible Friends published.
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CareersWhat could a degree in microbiology do for you?
Professor Nicola Stanley-Wall of the University of Dundee showcases the skills people develop while studying for a microbiology degree.
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OpinionGiving confidence to return to work
The founders of Women Returners and STEM Returners on why their new partnership is vital to helping people back into STEM after a career break.
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CareersEngaging Nepal with Science
Discover how the creators of the Meet the Microbes project have shared their passion for science education to over 2000 participants in 36 schools.
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NewsKeele University launches new course in microbiology and immunology
Students will learn about the microscopic science of disease prevention, and stopping pandemics like Covid-19 in their tracks, on a new degree programme in Keele University’s School of Life Sciences.
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CareersA lifetime in science communication
Ant-eating, army hospital tents and stand-up comedy - 18 years in science communication and what I’ve learned.
