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John Clark-Corrigall

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Molecular Microbiology Research Technician in the MB Lab, MMB, University of Dundee. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Formerly BBSRC NLD DTP PhD student Khan Lab, MHD, University of Newcastle. 💙❤️ Fledgling molecular microbiologist.🧫🔬 From Newcastle-Gateshead, for the world.

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Great news for the Trust and research community - we welcomed our first Research Technical Professional Fellow daphnejackson.org/2026/09/a-se...
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Eliza_coli @eliza-coli.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Happy international microorganism day! Deck the halls with vials of agar... Fa lalalalaa la la la la! #IntMicroDay 🦠🐡🧪🧬🧫
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 17/09/2026
#InternationalMicroorganismDay
Ankita Priyadarshini (Parul University, India): “Pseudomonas putida and Pseudomonas fluorescens can't digest phthalate plasticizers alone, but together they form a resilient team that can do what no single microbe could!”Suchandra Gupta (SGT University, India): “Staphylococcus epidermidis is my favourite microbe because it shows that our relationship with microbes is built on cooperation, not conflict!”Moyinoluwa Akintunde (Aalen University, Germany): “Streptomyces violaceoruber, a filamentous bacterium that changes its colour from blue-violet to reddish-purple, depending on its metabolic state.”Mariam Bhadmus (University of Huddersfield, UK): “Mycobacterium tuberculosis is fascinating as it outsmarts the immune system, hijacks host cells and turns the host into fuel for its survival.”
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 17/09/2026
It’s International Microorganism Day! For a third year running, some of our Champions have told us about their favourite microbes and our very talented Champion, Eliza Wolfson, has brought these to life with her illustrations! @eliza-coli.bsky.social @femsmicro.org
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 27/08/2026
Have you completed our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion questionnaire on Mi Society? ✍️ Your responses are instrumental in supporting us to make the Society more inclusive. Log into Mi Society today to complete the questionnaire: microb.io/3UFqMCN #EDI #Inclusivity #ScienceCommunication
Two professionals discussing a detailed research poster at a conference.
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Rachel M. Wheatley @rachelmwheatley.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
🔔 New preprint from our lab: how does the chemical composition of infection-like environments shape how costly (or not) antibiotic resistance mutations are? We find that efflux pump regulator mutants can have a selective advantage in synthetic human urine + identify likely component driving this.
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Dr Jamie Gallagher @jamiebgall.co.uk · 08/09/2026
Happy 60th Star Trek 🎂 My faithful little companion that’s been with me all these years and has become such a large part of my work and social life. I’ll be celebrating with @rigb.org this Saturday. Join the livestream! www.rigb.org/whats-on/sci...
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The science of Star Trek
Celebrate 60 years of Star Trek as Jamie Gallagher and host of speakers delve into the real science behind t
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Newcastle University Structural Biology Facility @nusbf.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
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Registration is now open for CCP4 Northern Structural Biology Meeting 2026 - NUSBF
Registration for the 2026 CCP4 Northern Structural Biology Meeting is now open! Join us at Newcastle University from Wednesday 11 to Friday 13 November 2026 (now expanded to three days up from two last year). We’re expecting around 100 delegates from universities across the North of England and beyond, with talks from PhD students and …
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 03/09/2026
Peer review is essential to academic publishing but happens mostly behind the scenes. Andrew Preston (MIC Editor-in-Chief) and Tom Sharp pull back the curtain in our Publishing Fundamentals webinar, 16 Sept. Free for members, register here: microb.io/publishing-fundamentals #Microbiology
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PLOS Biology @plosbiology.org · 28/08/2026
#Engineering microbial systems capable of sensing host-derived stress hormones has proved technically challenging. This study reconstitutes adrenergic sensing in E. coli, creating a probiotic strain capable of sensing host #stress and secreting #therapeutics. 🧪 #AcademicSky plos.io/4zI6itm
A synthetic QseB-responsive promoter enables dose-dependent catecholamine sensing and controlled secretion of a CRF antagonist.
Illustration depicting engineered EcN detecting NE and Epi via the QseBC two-component system, resulting in conditional expression and secretion of the defined biological output rCRF(9–41).
Created in BioRender. Aggarwal, N. (2026) https://BioRender.com/z371w74.
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 20/08/2026
Missed our Annual Conference this year? Want to re-watch the incredible Prize Winner Lectures and Hot Topic? Follow this link to catch up on all the sessions: bit.ly/4g7UgS7
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Richard Lenski @relenski.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
If Zachary Blount had one dollar for every cell he plated in his dissertation looking for new Cit+ mutations, he could single handedly pay off the US debt of $40,000,000,000,000. www.npr.org/2026/08/19/n...
Zachary Blount with giant stacks of petri dishes used in his research on historical contingency and the evolution of citrate use in the LTEE.
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APC Microbiome Ireland @apcmicrobiomeirel.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Join APC as a Research Assistant on NourishMind with @harschellekens.bsky.social. Use cell culture, molecular biology and biochemical methods to support gut-brain research. 16 months | €34,129 to €44,311 | Apply by 12:00, 21 Aug 2026: buff.ly/63KPDcM #ResearchJobs #AcademicJobs #ResearchAssistant
Hiring: Research Assistant for NourishMind, a postbiotic project targeting stress‑induced weight gain; 16‑month position at UCC Cork for candidates with neuroscience, physiology, nutrition, psychology, clinical research or biomedical background; supervisor Dr. Harriët Schellekens; apply by 21 Aug
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 15/08/2026
It’s World Honey Bee Day! 🐝 Bees have long been a focal point of antimicrobial studies. 🍯 Check out a new paper on mānuka honey: doi.org/10.1099/mic.0.001746 #AMR #WorldHoneyBeeDay #Microbiology #NewPaper
Honey bee on manuka flowers (Leptospermum scoparium). Auckland. New Zealand. Credit: iStock/Janice Chen.
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Guerrino Macori @guerrinomacori.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Fully funded PhD position available in my group at #UCD | Environmental metagenomics | Microbial dark matter - Apply here forms.gle/ms5kpYQQi1w7... #PhD #AMR #Metagenomics #Microbiology #Bioinformatics #MicroBiomica
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Cascales Lab @cascaleslab.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Proud to see our review "Anti-type VI tactics: bacterial defenses against T6SS attacks" featured on the Cover @cp-trendsbiochem.bsky.social www.cell.com/trends/bioch... Kudos to @nicrivard.bsky.social for creating this fantastic Cover illustration! But… do do you recognize the original painting?
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Contamination Club @contamclub.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Happy Noodlococcus Day! 🍜🦠🧫
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University of Glasgow School of Infection & Immunity @uofgsii.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
🆕 | @uofgsii.bsky.social Bacteriology Research Fellow Dr @liam-rooney.bsky.social has seen two separate research projects selected by @sciencecampaign.bsky.social (CaSE) as part of its policy engagement work for the @parliament.scot and @senedd.wales. 🔗 Full story: www.gla.ac.uk/schools/infe...
Dr Liam Rooney smiles at the camera while standing in a University of Glasgow laboratory, with shelves of scientific equipment and sample bottles visible in the background.
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 03/08/2026
Congratulations to Victoria Orr, winner of a poster prize at Annual Conference 2026, whose research has just been published in Microbial Genomics! Read the full paper: doi.org/10.1099/mgen.0.001789 #MGen #Microbiology #OpenAccess #Microbio26
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 15/07/2026
Registration is now open! Our Education and Outreach Winter Conference is back. Join us virtually on 21 October 2026 exploring innovation, collaboration and connectivity in microbiology. Free for members! Find out more: microb.io/EON2026 🔬🌍. #Microbiology #SciComm #EON2026
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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
TODAY'S THE DAY! We can't wait to welcome you all to the National STEM Learning Centre later today for the start of this year's BIG Event! #BIGEvent26
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Quadram Institute @quadraminstitute.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
🆕 Blog! Improving inclusivity; Introducing our new EDI Committee Co-chair Dr Emma Waters @emmabeansworth.bsky.social buff.ly/Ox74B7K
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Improving inclusivity; Introducing our new EDI Committee Co-chair Dr Emma Waters - Quadram Institute
Dr Emma Waters reflects on her new role, why improving inclusivity is so important and how the EDI committee works
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James Connolly @ruamicro.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Fantastic opportunity to join a brilliant lab and wider collaborative team!
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Georgia Isom @georgiaisom.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Interested in joining our group in Oxford? We are looking for a PDRA with single particle Cryo-EM experience to help us figure out how sphingolipids are transported to the cell surface of Gram-negative bacteria. The deadline is 31st July. Informal enquires are welcome. Please share!
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OxfordDPAG @oxforddpag.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
come and join us if you are in Oxford
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Olaf Falafel @ofalafel.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
The Girl With The Pearl Erling
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 03/07/2026
Investing in Microbiology Society membership is investing in your future. We have a home for your research and offer fee-free and discounted publishing (dependent on institutional agreement/membership category). Become a member – join today: microbiologysociety.org/membership.…
Smiling man, Arindam, in a suit holding a coffee cup standing in front of a scientific research poster about motility and biofilm formation.
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@physicsoflifeuk @physicsoflifeuk.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
📢 Registration is now open for the Physics of Life ECR Bootcamp 2026 taking place 8-10 September 2026 at Durham University! Join fellow ECRs for skills development, networking, and inspiring science, and a dedicated Biomolecular Condensate Day. www.physicsoflife.org.uk/ecr-bootcamp...
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Joanna Bagniewska @joannabagniewska.com · 29/06/2026
Could be a good early stage #scicomm opportunity. #AcademicSky 🧪
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 27/06/2026
Today is World Microbiome Day 🦠 Microbes are vital to human, animal & environmental health. Studying microbiomes helps us understand infection, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and the effects of antibiotic use. Read our policy briefing: microb.io/4uTfAzC #WorldMicrobiomeDay #KOAMR #AMR
Lactobacillus, bifidobacterium, a beneficial bacteria for gut health stock photo ©iStock/quantic69
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Mark O. Martin @markowenmartin.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
Anyone can be a microbiologist. The field should belong to everyone.
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Applied Microbiology International @amiposts.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Ekramul Karim reveals why #LAMECS2026 has been an important milestone in his own journey as an early-career microbiologist and how it has broadened his appreciation for the versatility of microbiology beyond biomedical and environmental settings. ow.ly/nlYe50ZgN4L
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LAMECS 2026: An important milestone for early-career microbiologists
Ekramul Karim reveals why LAM ECS 2026 has been an important milestone in own journey as an early-career microbiologist and how it has broadened his appreciation for the versatility of microbiology beyond biomedical and environmental settings.
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Lis Lowe @lislowe.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Out after a lot of hard work from many people. When we first found arabinanase enzymes in mycobacteria we started looking into their roles in cell remodelling & pathogenesis. Did not expect to find that some species had weaponised them to kill competitors! Myco are endlessly surprising. #glycotime
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Tracy Palmer @proftracypalmer.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
This has been such a fun collaboration and a great example of team science
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Dr Jamie Gallagher @jamiebgall.co.uk · 24/06/2026
The first year I’ve really struggled to get women on board. One final plea. I’ll gladly give up my own speaking slot because I’d really love more women and people from racially minoritised communities.
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Emma Waters @emmabeansworth.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Such a joy to host @gabastorga.bsky.social on behalf of the Norwich Research Park #LGBTQ+ Working Group Part of #Pride is celebrating our inclusive community & Gab shared insights into using social media as a force for good: building communities, increasing visibility & communicating cool science 😎
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Quadram Institute @quadraminstitute.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
📹️ Dr @evelienadri.bsky.social shares her experience of being a Group Leader at the Quadram Institute. We are currently looking for an ambitious and collaborative Group Leader or Career Track Group Leader. 💷 Competitive 🗓️ Apply by 30 June 2026 Find out more ➡️ buff.ly/x65DLlr
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Being a Group Leader at the Quadram Institute; Dr Evelien Adriaenssens
We chat to Dr Evelien Adriaenssens about her career path to being a Group Leader. Check out our current vacancies https://quadram.ac.uk/vacancies/
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Applied Microbiology International @amiposts.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Jemima Swain reports back on her experiences of LAMECS 2026, which brought together almost 100 delegates for a day of scientific presentations, posters, careers talks, and opportunities for discussion and networking. ow.ly/Jy3J50ZfTZ8
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LAMECS 2026: microbes, career motivation, and exploring life on Mars!
Jemima Swain reports back on her experiences of the Letters in Applied Microbiology ECS Symposium 2026 at Manchester Metropolitan University, which brought together almost 100 delegates for a day of scientific presentations, posters, careers talks, and opportunities for discussion and networking.
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Tracy Palmer @proftracypalmer.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Check out our latest T7SS toxin story. These reverse toxins aren’t as rare as we thought!
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Quadram Institute @quadraminstitute.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
🆕 Blog! Dr Hannah Morelli reflects on her journey from studying animal health to launching Quadlytics, a new spinout company developing bacteriophage therapies to tackle Salmonella in livestock 🧪 buff.ly/0wCCXJW
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From phages to pigs: turning research into a spinout company - Quadram Institute
“I’m currently a postdoctoral researcher here at the Quadram Institute. My day-to-day research is looking at bacteriophages, which are viruses that can infect and kill bacteria, and how they can be…
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 18/06/2026
Society Events Grants to attend IMAV: International meeting on arboviruses and their vectors meeting are now open. Check your eligibility and apply before 30 June 2026: microb.io/3QbExXx
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 17/06/2026
We are pleased to share our latest journal metrics, showcasing various measures of impact across our portfolio. Thanks to our authors, editors and reviewers for supporting our journals and, in turn, the Society's work for the community. Read the news story: microb.io/4aTGnDU
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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Do you know someone looking to return to research? After a career break of two or more years for family, health or caring reasons... We have part-time funded Fellowship opportunities with Cancer Research UK (CRUK), UK Health Security Agency and in the School of Engineering at Lancaster University.
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World Microbiome Day @worldmicrobiomeday.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Your #microbiome & #immunesystem are closely connected. Our latest #𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 post looks at how microbes help keep the immune system balanced & ready to respond without overreacting to foods & nuts. Created by @apcmicrobiomeirel.bsky.social for #WorldMicrobiomeDay. #GutHealth #Science
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 13/06/2026
Don’t miss your chance to win free registration to 2027 Annual Conference in Birmingham! There is one month remaining to submit a paper to any of our 8 titles to enter the prize draw. Ts and Cs apply. microb.io/3Q68Ejm
A vibrant canal scene in Birmingham with a red narrowboat and modern buildings, promoting the Microbiology Society's 2027 Annual Conference submission deadline.
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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 08/06/2026
Registration is closing for our Early Career Summer Conference 🤝👩‍🔬 Join us on 6–7 July 2026 at the University of Birmingham for a career development and networking opportunity for early career members, secure your place: microb.io/ECConf26 #ECConf26
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Applied Microbiology International @amiposts.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Don't miss our keynote at #LAMECS2026: 🌌 Hypersaline Frontiers: Analogue Environments and the Search for Habitability 🗣️ Dr Michael Macey (The Open University) A fascinating intersection of microbiology and astrobiology! Book now: appliedmicrobiology.org/ems-event-c…
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James Connolly @ruamicro.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Latest research from the lab out now. We examined the role and expression of fimbriae during UPEC bloodstream infection. A real team effort and brilliant collaboration with Mark Schembri’s lab in Brisbane. Thanks to the MRC and BBSRC for supporting our research @ukri.org
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Yad fimbriae are triggered by host cues and enhance extraintestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli tissue colonisation during bloodstream infection
Author summary Extraintestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli (ExPEC) colonise the human gut without causing disease but can disseminate to the urinary tract and bloodstream. Understanding the mechanisms...
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Willem van Schaik @wvschaik.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
As part of @target-amr.bsky.social we have launched a comic, by the supremely talented Eddie Ross, called 'Genomic Detectives' in which we explain, for a broad audience, how genomics can help to counter drug-resistant infections. You can read more about it here www.targetamr.org.uk/targetamr-la...
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TARGetAMR Launches Illustrated Comic to Support Genomic Literacy and Interdisciplinary Engagement – TargetAMR
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