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Microbe Talk

Microbiology Society

Microbe Talk is a podcast from the Microbiology Society, interviewing researchers about bacteria, viruses and parasites. We are the largest microbiology society in Europe, covering all aspects of microbial science.

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Episode 158: Navigating Academia: a conversation with...

Microbe Talk ·

2024/02/12

In aid of The International Day of Women and Girls in Science Clare spoke to Professor Iruka Okeke and Professor Judith Armitage to discuss women in science. In this episode they discuss the importance of mentors, promotions in academia and the inequalities of maternity leave and Clare gains valuable insights from Judy and Iruka's impressive careers. To keep up with Judy and Iruka, you can find them on X @Armitage_Judy and @iruka_okeke.Follow this link to read Judy's Microbial Primer.Music

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Episode 157: Foodborne Antimicrobial Resistance:...

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2024/01/18

In this episode of Microbe Talk Clare is joined by Rick Mumford, Deputy Chief Scientific Advisor & Deputy Director of Science Evidence & Research at the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA). They chat about research and surveillance of foodborne antimicrobial resistance (AMR), delivering on the 5-year National Action Plan and look to the future of foodborne AMR. If you’d like to read Rick’s paper, ‘Foodborne antimicrobial resistance (AMR) research and surveillance in the UK: priorities

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Episode 156: Microbe Talk: the best of 2023

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2023/12/20

It’s the final episode of 2023 so Clare, Katie and Adam got together to discuss their favourite Microbe Talk moments of 2023 and what they’re most looking forward to in 2024. If you want to listen back to any of the podcast episodes mentioned in the podcast you can find these below: The bacteriophage: is the enemy of our enemy a friend?Dr John Munnoch discusses dyslexiaCRISPR - Cas9 Takes on AMR PlasmidsConversations on Collaboration: Elaine Cloutman-Green on working across microbiology's

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19:15

Episode 155: Knocking Out AMR: Dr Tina Joshi and Dr...

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2023/12/13

In this episode of Microbe Talk, Policy and Engagement Officer Katie chats to Dr Tina Joshi and Dr Catrin Moore, the Microbiology Society members leading on the Society’s brand new antimicrobial resistance (AMR) project, Knocking Out AMR. In this episode, Katie, Tina and Catrin talk about what the new project is, how it came to be, and how people can get involved.If you are interested in opportunities for organisations to collaborate with the Microbiology Society, please email

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38:08

Episode 154: Knocking Out AMR: a conversation with...

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2023/11/02

If you are interested in opportunities for organisations to collaborate with the Microbiology Society, please email knockingoutamr@microbiologysociety.org or to register your individual interest please visit the Knocking out AMR webpage. To find out about the latest updates, follow us on Twitter @MicrobioSoc using the hashtag #KnockingOutAMR. You can also read the latest edition of Microbiology Today here. To read Chloe's work published in Microbiology, visit our journals site. You can

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Episode 153: Conversations on Collaboration: Sir Paul...

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2023/10/20

In this episode of Microbe Talk, our Policy and Engagement Officer Katie chats to Sir Paul Nurse, Director of the Francis Crick Institute and former President of the Royal Society. He was awarded the 2001 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his discovery of protein molecules that control the division of cells in the cell cycle and has since received over 70 honorary degrees. In this episode, Katie and Paul talk about the importance of collaboration and co-working in science, and

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23:28

Episode 152: Dr John Munnoch discusses dyslexia

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2023/10/08

Each year, Dyslexia Awareness Week gives us a chance to take some time to reflect and learn about the everyday challenges people can face when they have dyslexia. In this episode, Adam, (who has dyslexia himself) speaks to Dr John Munnoch, who was diagnosed with dyslexia around the age of 8, to discuss how he has been challenged within the field of microbiology. John also explains how he has found his own way of learning, and how he has benefitted from the support of his family, friends and

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17:32

Episode 151: Conversations on Collaboration: Hilary...

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2023/10/02

In this episode of Microbe Talk, Policy and Engagement Officer Katie chats to Professor Hilary Lappin-Scott OBE, President of the Federation of European Microbiological Societies (FEMS) about her career so far, the importance of international collaboration in science and our recent re-association with Horizon Europe. A full transcript of this episode is available on the Microbiology Society website.Music: Minimal Inspiring Ambient by ComaStudio from Pixabay

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45:21

Episode 150: Conversations on Collaboration: Elaine...

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2023/09/12

This year the Microbiology Society is hosting FIS (the Federation of Infection Societies (FIS) conference) in partnership with HIS and BIA. FIS is all about fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration, so in this episode of Microbe Talk Clare speaks to Professor Elaine Cloutman-Green , a microbiologist whose work spans clinical, lab, and patient-facing roles about the importance of collaboration across microbiology disciplines. If you're inspired by this conversation and want more

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38:20

Episode 149: AI: a useful tool or dangerous...

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2023/08/08

For this episode of Microbe Talk, Clare is tackling the topic of AI in Microbial Genomics research. So what better time than now, to give AI a chance to generate the description?*The below description was generated by Chat GPT*In this captivating episode of Microbe Talk, your host Clare delves into the cutting-edge realm of microbial genomics and its fascinating intersection with artificial intelligence. Joining her in this stimulating discussion are two remarkable experts, Niamh Tumelty

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27:35

Episode 148: CRISPR-Cas9 Takes on AMR Plasmids

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2023/07/04

In this episode of Microbe Talk, David Walker Sunderhaulf chats with Clare about his paper "Removal of AMR plasmids using a mobile, broad host-range CRISPR-Cas9 delivery tool" published in Microbiology. If you'd like to read David's paper, you can find it here https://www.microbiologyresearch.org/content/journal/micro/10.1099/mic.0.001334. You can also follow him on twitter @davvi36. Music: Time Technology by Comma-Media from Pixabay

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Episode 147: Getting to grips with industry careers

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2023/06/06

Are you looking for a microbiology career pick me up? Well look no further! On this special episode of Microbe Talk, Clare sits down with Microbiology Society member Dr Oliver Severn to discuss his experience of working in industry.Music: pixabay 'That science ambient' by Comma Studio.

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Episode 146: A deep dive into wastewater monitoring

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2023/05/24

This month, inspired by a paper published in Microbial Genomics, Clare takes a deep dive into the method of wastewater monitoring. She speaks to Professor Steve Patterson and Dr Anne Leonard about how wastewater monitoring is a useful tool which helps us understand not only the spread of diseases like COVID-19, but also antimicrobial resistance.You can read Professor Patterson's paper, published in Microbial Genomics here. https://microb.io/3or9CsS Music: pixabay Chill Abstract (Intention)

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10:48

Episode 145: Annual Conference 2023: Demystifying...

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2023/05/04

This episode of Microbe Talk was recorded at our Annual Conference in Birmingham. For the very first time this year, we had an session entirely dedicated to science policy. In this episode, Katie and Clare chat with Dr Isobel Stanton, an invited speaker, and delegates that attended the session about how they found it and what they learned.A full transcript of this episode is available on the Microbiology Society website.Music: Blue Dot Sessions 'Dunder'

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Episode 144: Invisible Friends

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2023/03/31

In our latest podcast, Clare and Microbiology Society member Jake Robinson discuss his new book Invisible Friends, the role of popular science books and how microbes can shape our lives and the world around us.To order Jake’s Book visit pelagicpublishing.com/collections/co…42190054981803You can also keep up to date with Jake’s work here: www.jakemrobinson.com and on Twitter @_jake_robinsonMusic: 'That Science Ambient' by ComaStudio on pixabayA full transcript of this episode is available on

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Episode 143: Lab coats - the discrimination we don't see

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2023/03/10

Have you ever thought that your lab coat isn’t made for you? Has it affected how comfortable you feel in a lab?On this episode of Microbe Talk Clare speaks to Derek Miller, founder of Genius Lab Gear, about all things lab coats, from impostor syndrome to safety issues. And how he is hoping to produce a lab coat that is designed with the diversity of scientists in mind.Music: pixabay Chill Abstract (Intention) Coma-Media

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Episode 142: The bacteriophage: is the enemy of our...

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2023/02/28

In this episode of Microbe Talk, Policy and Engagement Officer Katie talks to Professor Martha Clokie about bacteriophages, how they can be used to treat infection and potentially even combat antimicrobial resistance. You can read our full response to the government inquiry on the antimicrobial potential of bacteriophages, here. A full transcript of this episode is available on the Microbiology Society website.Music: Blue Dot Sessions 'Blue Latex'

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Episode 141: Could a new vaccine save the Tasmanian...

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2023/01/17

Every year, thousands of Tasmanian devils die from contagious facial tumours. On this episode of Microbe Talk, Charlotte speaks to Dr Andy Flies from the Menzies Institute at the University of Tasmania, Australia, about a potential new vaccine approach that could save these endangered animals. You can view the video mentioned in the episode on our Instagram @MicrobioSoc and you can read Andy and his team’s publication in the Journal of General Virology at http://bit.ly/3ITxAokTasmanian

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13:47

Episode 140: The microbiology of your Christmas dinner

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2022/12/19

In this festive episode of Microbe Talk, Charlotte speaks to Dr Lorna Lancaster about the harmful and helpful microbes involved in making Christmas food.A full transcript of this episode is available on the Microbiology Society website.microbiologysociety.org/blog/podcast-…s-dinner.htmlMusic: Free Music Archive 'Adeline Yeo (HP) - Tis The Season To Be Jolly'

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Episode 139: Disability History Month

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2022/11/30

In this special episode of Microbe Talk for Disability History Month, Charlie talks to Kirsty Jones about her experience of accessibility in labs.A full transcript of this episode is available on the Microbiology Society website.https://microbiologysociety.org/blog/podcast-disability-history-month.html Music: Blue Dot Sessions 'The Corner Office'

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