Lucy Harper
@lucyharper.bsky.social
Chief Exec., Applied Microbiology International www.appliedmicrobiology.org @amiposts.bsky.social (my views, not theirs) Scientist, strategist, charity leader, parent, spouse, pianist, yogi, runner and cat lover. She/her/hers.
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The team behind a new world-leading conservation committee headed by Applied Microbiology International (AMI) is calling on global scientific and conservation communities to get on board to protect microbial life. www.the-microbiologist.com/news/new-con... @gilbertjacka.bsky.social
New conservation committee led by Applied Microbiology International calls on science community to get on board with microbial conservation
The team behind a new world-leading conservation committee headed by Applied Microbiology International (AMI) is calling on global scientific and conservation communities to get on board to protect microbial life.
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September 15, 2025 at 11:49 AM
The team behind a new world-leading conservation committee headed by Applied Microbiology International (AMI) is calling on global scientific and conservation communities to get on board to protect microbial life. www.the-microbiologist.com/news/new-con... @gilbertjacka.bsky.social
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Microbes = climate allies.
Our new editorial calls for a global alliance to put microbial science at the center of climate action. 🌱🌍
Because microbes cross every border—so should our solutions.
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Our new editorial calls for a global alliance to put microbial science at the center of climate action. 🌱🌍
Because microbes cross every border—so should our solutions.
👉 doi.org/10.1093/sumb...
Microbes without borders: uniting societies for climate action
Abstract. The climate crisis is one of the greatest challenges of our time, yet the role of microorganisms remains underrecognized in climate science and p
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September 25, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Microbes = climate allies.
Our new editorial calls for a global alliance to put microbial science at the center of climate action. 🌱🌍
Because microbes cross every border—so should our solutions.
👉 doi.org/10.1093/sumb...
Our new editorial calls for a global alliance to put microbial science at the center of climate action. 🌱🌍
Because microbes cross every border—so should our solutions.
👉 doi.org/10.1093/sumb...
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Thanks Annie Roth! Great article on our new IUCN Microbial Conservation Specialist Group in National Geographic. www.nationalgeographic.com/science/arti...
Save the microbes? The world’s smallest species may soon get protections.
Researchers are calling for the conservation of teeny tiny organisms that normally get overlooked, and conservationists are listening.
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October 6, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Thanks Annie Roth! Great article on our new IUCN Microbial Conservation Specialist Group in National Geographic. www.nationalgeographic.com/science/arti...
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To mark #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek, PhD student Joshua Yates reveals the challenges of pursuing a career in microbiology with autism and dyslexia - and his advice to others. www.the-microbiologist.com/careers/my-a...
My autistic academic maze - and my advice to neurodiverse PhD students
In Neurodiversity Celebration Week, PhD student Joshua Yates reveals the challenges of pursuing a career in microbiology with autism and dyslexia - and his advice to others.
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March 17, 2025 at 10:29 AM
To mark #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek, PhD student Joshua Yates reveals the challenges of pursuing a career in microbiology with autism and dyslexia - and his advice to others. www.the-microbiologist.com/careers/my-a...
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Proper pasture management in the Amazon, aimed at maintaining soil vegetation cover, can reduce methane emissions from livestock farming, according to a new study analyzing emissions and microorganisms in Amazonian soil. @leandro-fs.bsky.social
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Restoring vegetation cover in Amazon's pasture areas can reduce methane emissions, study reveals
Proper pasture management in the Amazon, aimed at maintaining soil vegetation cover, can reduce methane emissions from livestock farming, according to a new study analyzing emissions and microorganism...
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March 18, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Proper pasture management in the Amazon, aimed at maintaining soil vegetation cover, can reduce methane emissions from livestock farming, according to a new study analyzing emissions and microorganisms in Amazonian soil. @leandro-fs.bsky.social
www.the-microbiologist.com/news/restori...
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Celebrate Neurodiversity Celebration Week with our dedicated collection in #TheMicrobiologist. Discover neurodiverse experiences in STEM, and explore the fascinating link between microbiology and neurodiversity.
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#Microsky #NeurodiversityWeek #NCW
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#Microsky #NeurodiversityWeek #NCW
Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025 | AMI | The Microbiologist
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March 19, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Celebrate Neurodiversity Celebration Week with our dedicated collection in #TheMicrobiologist. Discover neurodiverse experiences in STEM, and explore the fascinating link between microbiology and neurodiversity.
www.the-microbiologist.com/ami/neurodiv...
#Microsky #NeurodiversityWeek #NCW
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#Microsky #NeurodiversityWeek #NCW
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The latest feature in #TheMicrobiologist asks whether microbes can be used to detoxify heavy metal pollution in our oceans. #marinebiotechnology
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How microbes can detoxify heavy metal pollution in the ocean
Researchers have successfully used microbes to reduce the heavy metal toxicity of soils and wastewater through bioremediation. Could they eventually use a similar approach to target heavy metals in th...
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March 21, 2025 at 3:24 PM
The latest feature in #TheMicrobiologist asks whether microbes can be used to detoxify heavy metal pollution in our oceans. #marinebiotechnology
www.the-microbiologist.com/features/how...
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The AMI trustee elections for 2025 are now live! Consider joining our team and contributing to the running of AMI. As a trustee, you’ll guide our strategy, oversee the charity's management and support leadership to drive our mission forward.
Find out more: appliedmicrobiology.org/about/work-f...
Find out more: appliedmicrobiology.org/about/work-f...
March 24, 2025 at 8:41 AM
The AMI trustee elections for 2025 are now live! Consider joining our team and contributing to the running of AMI. As a trustee, you’ll guide our strategy, oversee the charity's management and support leadership to drive our mission forward.
Find out more: appliedmicrobiology.org/about/work-f...
Find out more: appliedmicrobiology.org/about/work-f...
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The WHO (@who.int) has identified ESKAPE bacteria and Candida auris as priority pathogens. A new study in Journal of Applied Microbiology explores the therapeutic potential of antimicrobial peptidomimetics, specifically peptoids, against these pathogens. academic.oup.com/jambio/artic...
Antimicrobial activity of peptoids against Metallo-β-lactamase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and other WHO priority pathogens, including Candida aur...
AbstractAims. The World Health Organization has identified ESKAPE bacteria and Candida auris as priority pathogens, emphasizing an urgent need for novel an
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March 14, 2025 at 4:10 PM
The WHO (@who.int) has identified ESKAPE bacteria and Candida auris as priority pathogens. A new study in Journal of Applied Microbiology explores the therapeutic potential of antimicrobial peptidomimetics, specifically peptoids, against these pathogens. academic.oup.com/jambio/artic...
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A Policy in Practice article published in Sustainable Microbiology highlights the establishment of the Phage Innovation Network (PIN) in the UK to address #AntimicrobialResistance by promoting the development of #Bacteriophage based technologies.
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Building a future for phage-based technologies—a thought leadership approach to accelerating progress in the UK
Abstract. Antimicrobial resistance is a global issue that threatens our ability to effectively manage and treat bacteria in the context of human health, an
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March 13, 2025 at 1:42 PM
A Policy in Practice article published in Sustainable Microbiology highlights the establishment of the Phage Innovation Network (PIN) in the UK to address #AntimicrobialResistance by promoting the development of #Bacteriophage based technologies.
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Truly looking forward to speaking at the Centre for Microbiome Innovation International Meeting (CIMM) tomorrow afternoon, highlighting the role of societies, and @amiposts.bsky.social in particular, in helping microbiologists to tackle our global challenges.
March 10, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Truly looking forward to speaking at the Centre for Microbiome Innovation International Meeting (CIMM) tomorrow afternoon, highlighting the role of societies, and @amiposts.bsky.social in particular, in helping microbiologists to tackle our global challenges.
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Get inspired by Professor Jack Gilbert, President of AMI ▶️
In this video, Jack shares insights into his role as AMI President and reflects on his journey. Watch now to hear from one of microbiology’s leading voices! @gilbertjacka.bsky.social vimeo.com/1044382566?s...
In this video, Jack shares insights into his role as AMI President and reflects on his journey. Watch now to hear from one of microbiology’s leading voices! @gilbertjacka.bsky.social vimeo.com/1044382566?s...
In Conversation with Professor Jack Gilbert, AMI President
This is "In Conversation with Professor Jack Gilbert, AMI President" by AMI on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.
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February 3, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Get inspired by Professor Jack Gilbert, President of AMI ▶️
In this video, Jack shares insights into his role as AMI President and reflects on his journey. Watch now to hear from one of microbiology’s leading voices! @gilbertjacka.bsky.social vimeo.com/1044382566?s...
In this video, Jack shares insights into his role as AMI President and reflects on his journey. Watch now to hear from one of microbiology’s leading voices! @gilbertjacka.bsky.social vimeo.com/1044382566?s...
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It's on! We've launched a call for applications after announcing our 2025 Grant Portfolio.
Click here to learn more about this year’s grant offering and how to apply: www.the-microbiologist.com/news/applied...
Click here to learn more about this year’s grant offering and how to apply: www.the-microbiologist.com/news/applied...
Applied Microbiology International launches 2025 Grant Portfolio
Applied Microbiology International has launched a call for applications after announcing its 2025 Grant Portfolio.
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January 20, 2025 at 1:18 PM
It's on! We've launched a call for applications after announcing our 2025 Grant Portfolio.
Click here to learn more about this year’s grant offering and how to apply: www.the-microbiologist.com/news/applied...
Click here to learn more about this year’s grant offering and how to apply: www.the-microbiologist.com/news/applied...
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Thank you for the amazing support during my websites first month. I’ve received over 300 views and reads! 🤩 Cheers!
December 6, 2024 at 6:46 AM
Thank you for the amazing support during my websites first month. I’ve received over 300 views and reads! 🤩 Cheers!
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To honour Abigail A. Salyers (1942-2013), who is considered as the mother of microbiome research, DSMZ researchers named the strain Streptomyces salyersiae (DSM 41770) after her.
#WomenInScience #antibiotics #antibioticresistance #microbiome #microbiology
#WomenInScience #antibiotics #antibioticresistance #microbiome #microbiology
December 5, 2024 at 8:22 AM
To honour Abigail A. Salyers (1942-2013), who is considered as the mother of microbiome research, DSMZ researchers named the strain Streptomyces salyersiae (DSM 41770) after her.
#WomenInScience #antibiotics #antibioticresistance #microbiome #microbiology
#WomenInScience #antibiotics #antibioticresistance #microbiome #microbiology
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Sustainable Microbiology (doi.org/10.1093/sumb...)
The ISME Journal (doi.org/10.1093/isme...)
mSystems (doi.org/10.1128/msys...)
FEMS Microbiology Ecology (doi.org/10.1093/fems...)
The ISME Journal (doi.org/10.1093/isme...)
mSystems (doi.org/10.1128/msys...)
FEMS Microbiology Ecology (doi.org/10.1093/fems...)
Microbial solutions must be deployed against climate catastrophe
This paper is a call to action. By publishing concurrently across journals like an emergency bulletin, we are not merely making a plea for awareness about
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November 11, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Sustainable Microbiology (doi.org/10.1093/sumb...)
The ISME Journal (doi.org/10.1093/isme...)
mSystems (doi.org/10.1128/msys...)
FEMS Microbiology Ecology (doi.org/10.1093/fems...)
The ISME Journal (doi.org/10.1093/isme...)
mSystems (doi.org/10.1128/msys...)
FEMS Microbiology Ecology (doi.org/10.1093/fems...)
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Communications Earth and Environment (doi.org/10.1038/s432...)
npj Biodiversity (doi.org/10.1038/s441...)
npj Biofilms and Microbiomes (doi.org/10.1038/s415...)
npj Climate Action (doi.org/10.1038/s441...)
npj Sustainable Agriculture (doi.org/10.1038/s442...)
npj Biodiversity (doi.org/10.1038/s441...)
npj Biofilms and Microbiomes (doi.org/10.1038/s415...)
npj Climate Action (doi.org/10.1038/s441...)
npj Sustainable Agriculture (doi.org/10.1038/s442...)
Microbial solutions must be deployed against climate catastrophe - Communications Earth & Environment
This paper is a call to action. By publishing concurrently across journals like an emergency bulletin, we are not merely making a plea for awareness about climate change. Instead, we are demanding imm...
doi.org
November 11, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Communications Earth and Environment (doi.org/10.1038/s432...)
npj Biodiversity (doi.org/10.1038/s441...)
npj Biofilms and Microbiomes (doi.org/10.1038/s415...)
npj Climate Action (doi.org/10.1038/s441...)
npj Sustainable Agriculture (doi.org/10.1038/s442...)
npj Biodiversity (doi.org/10.1038/s441...)
npj Biofilms and Microbiomes (doi.org/10.1038/s415...)
npj Climate Action (doi.org/10.1038/s441...)
npj Sustainable Agriculture (doi.org/10.1038/s442...)
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Nature Microbiology (doi.org/10.1038/s415...)
Nature Reviews Microbiology (doi.org/10.1038/s415...)
Nature Reviews Earth and Environment (doi.org/10.1038/s430...)
Nature Communications (doi.org/10.1038/s414...)
Communications Biology (doi.org/10.1038/s420...)
Nature Reviews Microbiology (doi.org/10.1038/s415...)
Nature Reviews Earth and Environment (doi.org/10.1038/s430...)
Nature Communications (doi.org/10.1038/s414...)
Communications Biology (doi.org/10.1038/s420...)
Microbial solutions must be deployed against climate catastrophe - Nature Microbiology
This paper is a call to action. By publishing concurrently across journals like an emergency bulletin, we are not merely making a plea for awareness about climate change. Instead, we are demanding imm...
doi.org
November 11, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Nature Microbiology (doi.org/10.1038/s415...)
Nature Reviews Microbiology (doi.org/10.1038/s415...)
Nature Reviews Earth and Environment (doi.org/10.1038/s430...)
Nature Communications (doi.org/10.1038/s414...)
Communications Biology (doi.org/10.1038/s420...)
Nature Reviews Microbiology (doi.org/10.1038/s415...)
Nature Reviews Earth and Environment (doi.org/10.1038/s430...)
Nature Communications (doi.org/10.1038/s414...)
Communications Biology (doi.org/10.1038/s420...)
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🌍 Just published in 14+ journals! AMI & global leaders call for microbial solutions to tackle climate change. Let’s harness nature’s power to capture carbon & restore ecosystems—time to act! 🧬🌱 #ClimateAction #MicrobialSolutions #COP29Baku
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November 11, 2024 at 4:47 PM
🌍 Just published in 14+ journals! AMI & global leaders call for microbial solutions to tackle climate change. Let’s harness nature’s power to capture carbon & restore ecosystems—time to act! 🧬🌱 #ClimateAction #MicrobialSolutions #COP29Baku
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Oxford scientist resigns from Royal Society over Elon Musk’s continuing fellowship www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
Oxford scientist resigns from Royal Society over Elon Musk’s continuing fellowship
Prof Dorothy Bishop said fellowship was ‘a contradiction of all the values’ of UK’s national academy of sciences
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November 25, 2024 at 7:36 PM
Oxford scientist resigns from Royal Society over Elon Musk’s continuing fellowship www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
What a week! I’ve been in Pittsburgh for the American Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritised Scientists (abrcms). Still processing everything I’ve learned but I can say with certainty that it’s changed the way I think. Thank you #abrcms2024
November 20, 2024 at 5:29 PM
What a week! I’ve been in Pittsburgh for the American Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritised Scientists (abrcms). Still processing everything I’ve learned but I can say with certainty that it’s changed the way I think. Thank you #abrcms2024