
This Week in Microbiology is a podcast about unseen life on Earth hosted by Vincent Racaniello and friends. Following in the path of his successful shows 'This Week in Virology' (TWiV) and 'This Week in Parasitism' (TWiP), Racaniello and guests produce an informal yet informative conversation about microbes which is accessible to everyone, no matter what their science background.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 346 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Life SciencesScienceNatural Sciences | |||

TWiM explains a biological mechanism that links sulfur and iron cycling in anoxic environments, and "swashing," a form of surface movement in which bacteria migrate without active propulsion.
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TWiM reveals the bacteria, acids, and enzymes behind yogurt made with ants, and a defined set of microbes that reproduces attributes of fine flavor chocolate fermentation
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TWiM explores two different ways that bacteria defend against phages through the synthesis of cyclic nucleotides.
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TWiM explains studies that show that the oral bacterial and fungal microbiome are risk factors for pancreatic cancer, and the gut microbiome and pyruvate metabolism of older adults are a link between sleep quality and frailty.
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It’s amazing I’ve learned a lot!
I’ve listened to hours of these guys and ladies. Always the same subject. Same criticism. Billie’s. Big pharmaceutical Paxlovid whores. Avoid if you want accurate insight and information.
I’m a high schooler who hasn’t really had the chance to make any microbiology classes, but this makes me want to go into the field. Comprehensive enough that you don’t have to be a microbiologist or have some fancy degree to understand what they’re talking about, but they don’t dumb it down which is nice. Great podcast!
I learn so much with every episode. Thank you.
I always think that if this had been what journal club was like, it would have been a lot more fun. Just talking through good papers and good science (without picking apart every figure) and having some laughs. Good times!
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Engaging with the complexities of microbiology, this podcast covers a wide array of topics related to the microbial world, including recent research findings, the intersection of microbes with health and disease, and fascinating case studies from the field. Episodes often highlight groundbreaking studies while making the material approachable for listeners without a formal science background. Unique discussions feature interactions between microbes and their environments, the implications of microbial activities on ecosystems, and the roles of microbes in various industrial applications. The conversational style of the hosts encourages an informal yet insightful exploration of the subject matter, making it suitable for enthusiasts and profe... more
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1. This Week in Virology
2. This Week in Virology
3. Infectious Disease Puscast
4. Immune
5. This Week in Parasitism
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Recent guests on This Week in Microbiology include:
1. Mark O. Martin
2. Becky Seipel-Thiemann
3. Melanie Melendrez-Vallard
4. Katriana Popachak
5. Mark Martin
6. Arturo Casadevall
7. Andrew Scharenberg
8. Stephanie Strathdee
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