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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Still time to join!🏃 ⚠️REMINDER⚠️ VAAM Young Scientist Network with Kerstin Seyfarth on Quality Management careers for microbiologists 📆 Sept 30, 3pm, online 👉 t1p.de/w89jg #VAAM #YoungScientists #Microbiology

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

✨Next VAAM Industry-Academia Panel ✨ Protein Engineering for Sustainable Materials & Polymer Circularity 🎙️ With Lukas Sturmberger (AMSilk) & Ulrich Schwaneberg (RWTH Aachen) 📅 Oct 15, 2026 I 4pm CET I online 🔗 t1p.de/6zzes #VAAM #IndustryAcademia #Biotechnology #ProteinEngineering #Biomaterials

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Summer´s over- #YSN is back☀️ Next event: "Inside Quality Management: A Microbiologist's Perspective" Speaker: Kerstin Seyfarth (Microbiologist and freelance Consultant) Gain practical insights into quality-related careers for microbiologists! 📆30.9., 3 pm, online 👉https://t1p.de/w89jg #VAAM

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VBIO e. V. @vbio.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

KI im Studium: Entscheidend ist, welche Kompetenzen Studierende wirklich erwerben und nachweisen Der neue KI-Leitfaden des VBIO zeigt, wie Hochschulen, Lehrende und Studiengänge KI sinnvoll einbinden können – immer mit Blick auf wissenschaftliche Integrität, Fairness und Transparenz t1p.de/28qn9

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VBIO e. V. @vbio.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Join our VBIO Softskill Seminar: “PhDo or PhDon’t: Is a PhD for me?” on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 18:00 (online, English). 👉 Perfect for students and early-career researchers who want honest insights before committing to a PhD. 🔗 Save the date: 15 July 2026, 18:00, online 📌 Language: English

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

☀️Another hot topic before summer😎 26. VAAM Industry-Academia Panel 📆16.07.2026 ⏲️ 4 pm 💻online Join us for a session on "Live Biotherapeutic Products (LBPs)" Speakers: Frédéric Moens (MRM Health) & Michael Schloter (Helmholtz Munich) Register: t1p.de/rqk1z #Microbiology #VAAM #IndustryAcademia

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Just before the summer break☀️ 26th VAAM Industry Academia Panel🚀 „Live Biotherapeutic Products - (LBPs)“ Defined Microbial Commuities and their applications. 🗓️ 16.07.2026 ⏲️4 pm 💻online Save the Date - more details coming soon! 🔗https://t1p.de/6zzes #VAAM #Microbiology #IndustryAcademia

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

📬 Hot off the press — Your copy of #BIOspektrum 4/26 should be landing in your mailbox soon. Happy reading! 🧬✨ #Microbiology #VAAM #Biowissenschaften #LifeSciences #Biosciences

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Have you already registered for the @vbio.bsky.social online Berufsfeld Infoabend today, 6pm with #VAAM Vice presient Jiri Snaidr 🏃🏃‍♀️ 👇👇

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Wir wussten es ja schon immer-Bakterien haben Superkräfte 🦠✨ Jetzt sagen sie uns auch die Ergebnisse der deutschen Spiele bei der Fußball-WM voraus ⚽ Das Furtwanger #BakterienOrakel liefert vor jedem Spiel der DFB-Elf eine Vorhersage. Schaut vorbei – hier oder auf t1p.de/3h6w5 #VAAM #Mikrobiologie

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Excited to see VAAM Vice President Jiri Snaidr share hands-on insights into 🦠microbial environmental research and 👩‍🔬career paths in the field – supporting early-career scientists🚀 is one of VAAM's main goals! #Microbiology #VAAM

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Do not miss the VBIO Berufsfeld Infoabend for students/ young scientists today! 👇

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

🚀 Reminder: VAAM Industry-Academia Panel 21.5., 4:00pm "Process Development – From Lab to Scale" Join us & discuss challenges and opportunities in scaling up bioprocesses with our experts! 📅 Thu 21.05. 🕓 4:00pm 💻 Online 👉 Register here: t1p.de/6zzes #VAAM #IndustryAcademia #ProcessDevelopment

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Ready to take the next step in your microbiology career? The VAAMentoring program is still accepting applications — apply now and gain new perspectives! 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️ 🎯

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

📢 Next Meeting VAAM Young Scientist Network 🎯 Funding Your Research: Opportunities and Strategies 🗓️ May 21, 2:00 pm, online 📝 Registration t1p.de/w89jg From grants to fellowships — come explore your funding options with us. Spread the word & see you there! #VAAM #YoungScientists #ResearchFunding

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

We're happy to host the 25. Industry-Academia Panel – 25 times building bridges between science and academia ✨ Join us to celebrate this milestone 🚀 🎯 „Process Development – From Lab to Scale“ 📅 Thu, 21 May 2026, 4pm 👉 t1p.de/rqk1z #VAAM #IndustryAcademia #ProcessDevelopment #Biotechnology

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

PhD student or postdoc in microbiology? 🔬🦠 We are opening a new round of our career orientation program VAAMentoring – Get matched with an experienced scientist 👨‍🔬👩‍🔬 to help you find your direction🎯 Apply by May 15, 2026 More info🔗 t1p.de/2iamo #microbiology #mentoring #VAAM #PhDlife #Postdoc

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VBIO e. V. @vbio.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Unser nächster Berufsfeld Infoabend: 🗓 Mittwoch, 08. April 2026, um 18:00 Uhr 💻 „Life Scientists in der Pharmaindustrie“ – in Kooperation mit der btS Referenten: • Dr. Jonas Ahlers – Sanofi • Dr. Markus Lesch – Vetter Pharma 🔗 Jetzt anmelden! #Karriere #btS #Pharma #Biotech #Karrierestart

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Melanie Blokesch @mblokesch.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Open postdoc position in my lab on HGT and interbacterial competition. We seek candidates with a PhD in microbiology (or related fields)+ strong 1st-author publications. Curious, highly motivated, and dedicated team players ready to contribute fully are encouraged to apply. Details: tiny.cc/cz01101

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the VAAM PhD Awardees 2026! 🏆 Helena Schulz-Mirbach – Marburg 🏆 Christoph Elfmann – Göttingen 🏆 Frederick V. Schmidt – Marburg Three outstanding theses, three well-deserved awards. 👏 #VAAM #Microbiology #PhDAward #Science

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Congratulations to Johannes Hartl, Charité Berlin for receiving the 2026 VAAM Research Award for new research findings into the interplay of genes, the environment, and metabolism in microorganisms! ✨ Find more about his research and VAAM press statement on🔗https://t1p.de/2ghut

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

✨ On Sunday, the VAAM Annual Conference finally kicks off 🚀 We can't wait to welcome the VAAM family and are looking forward to great days of microbiology, exchange, and networking. Wishing everyone safe travels and see you in Berlin🧸 🦠🧬🔬 #VAAM2026 #Microbiology #Berlin

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Beyond the scientific programme- discover the special events at #VAAM2026: 🧫 From career development and funding advice to discussions on AI in microbiology and scientific publishing - plenty of insights and networking opportunities for researchers at every stage! Check for details 🔗 t1p.de/4pz17

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

🚀 VAAM Annual Conference 2026, Berlin, 23–25 March Don’t miss out — register now & meet the microbiology community for talks, poster sessions, Research and PhD Awards, and special events for Young Scientists. Connect, learn, and exchange ideas! 👉 Join us & register here: t1p.de/b2vf8 #VAAM2026

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

✨Reminder✨ Do not miss the next meeting of the VAAM Young Scientist Network 👀 "Establishing collaborations within the network" 📆Friday, 13.02.2026 ⏲️2 pm 💻Online 🔗https://t1p.de/hmbhw

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

✨ We've just joined Instagram! ✨Follow us there for news, updates and insights from #VAAM 📸 www.instagram.com/vaam_microbes/

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Have you already planned your trip 🚅 🏨 to #VAAM2026 in Berlin? ➡️ If not, then take a look👀 at the website, we have compiled all the important information for you: t1p.de/2ce0r

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VBIO e. V. @vbio.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Der Bayern 2-Podcast zeigt die Folgen der Kürzungen der US-Wissenschaftsförderung. Zu Wort kommen u. a. die Nationale Akademie der Wissenschaften Leopoldina und die Hochschulrektorenkonferenz – aber auch der Präsident des VBIO, Prof. Markus Engstler. t1p.de/wo6g4 www.vbio.de/wissenschaft...

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

✨Save the Date ✨ Connect with fellow early-career microbiologists & start new collaborations🤝: Meeting of the #VAAM Young Scientist Network: "Establishing Collaborations within the Network" 📆 13.02.2026 ⏲️ 2 pm 🔗https://t1p.de/hmbhw #EarlyCareer #Networking #Microbiology #YoungScientists

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VBIO e. V. @vbio.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Next VBIO Softskill-Seminar on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6 PM (CET): "Setting yourself up for a successful transition into industry" With Elena Hoffer, PhD, co-founder and CEO of Alma.me – supporting PhDs & Postdocs in launching successful careers beyond academia.

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

🔬 We're back! Kicking off 2026 with the 23. Industry Academia Panel: 📅 Jan 15, 2026, 4:00 PM CET 💻 Online via Zoom 🦠 Topic "New class of bacteriophage-based antibacterial solutions" Register: t1p.de/rqk1z Looking forward to seeing you there! 🎉 #Microbiology #PhageTherapy #VAAM #AMR

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Just a reminder 🔔 that early bird registration for the VAAM Annual Conference 2026 in Berlin ends 📆January 11 Register soon to save your spot and some money. Hope to see you there!

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

#VAAM wishes all members and partners a wonderful holiday season🎄 We look forward to another year of advancing microbiology🧫 together in 2026🎆

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

From life-saving medicine to gourmet cheese – our microbe of the year 2026 is Penicillium 🌟 This brush mold 🧫gave us penicillin & launched the antibiotic era 💊, and is a common workhorse in biotech labs🧪. And it makes your cheese delicious 🧀🐭 #VAAM #MikrobeDesJahres #MicrobeOfTheYear #Penicillium

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

🔔Deadline 31.12.🔔 🧾 Nominate outstanding microbiologists for the VAAM Awards 2026! 🧪 Research Award for exceptional early-career research 🎓 PhD Awards €2,000 for excellent dissertations Award ceremony at VAAM Annual Conference 2026 Berlin Details: t1p.de/hisqb #Microbiology #VAAM2026 #VAAMAwards

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

🔔 Join us for for our upcoming online meeting of the VAAM Young Scientist Network 📆 Dec 8, ⏰ 1pm 🔗 Registration: t1p.de/hmbhw Join us to explore various pathways into industry & discuss what a transition from academia to industrial positions might look like. We look forward to seeing you there!

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

📣 VAAM Young Scientist Network – Upcoming Meeting! Join us 📆Dec 8 ⏲️ 1 pm for our next session: “Industrial Careers: Perspectives and Pathways.” Discover insights into career options beyond academia & hear experiences from young industry professionals 👉 Register here: t1p.de/hmbhw #YoungScientists

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

🌟 Join us for the 22. VAAM Industry-Academia Panel 🌟 "Protein Production Platforms" 🗓️ 20.11.2025 🕓 4pm online 🔗Free registration, also for non-VAAM members: t1p.de/6zzes 🎤Speakers: KatrinRosenthal, Constructor University, Bremen & Daniel Heid/ Tobias Stadelmann, Picea Biosolutions, Ohlsbach

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

⚠️Deadlines end ⏱️TODAY! 🏃‍♀️🏃Do not miss the chance to showcase your research and send us your abstract for #VAAM2026 in Berlin 📫 Check out the topics and submit now: t1p.de/7fgc4 👩‍🎓Student members may also apply for travel grants: t1p.de/1hgkl #VAAMAnnualConference2026 #Microbiology #AbstractDeadline

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Neue DFG-Förderinitiative zur #Datenresilienz ⬇️⬇️

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FEMS @femsmicro.org · 04/11/2025

📢 We are down to the FINAL WEEK of the FEMS survey. If you have not shared your views on emerging science, career development, and community support, now is the time! It is quick—only about 12 minutes. The survey closes on Tuesday 11 November: buff.ly/ZghfWnM

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

🚀Grow your microbiology career – join VAAMentoring🌟 We connect early-career researchers 👨‍🔬with experienced microbiologists in 1:1 tandems👬 To get personalized guidance and build your network apply until 📆31.10.! Learn more: t1p.de/8yrt #CareerinMicrobiology #VAAMentoring #Microbiology

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

📣Final week to submit your abstract for the VAAM Annual Conference #VAAM2026 in Berlin Get your submission in before time runs out: Abstract Deadline 📆 7 November – no extension! 🎓 VAAM student members: Travel grant application also until 7 Nov 📩 Check all details & submit here t1p.de/7fgc4

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

🌟Save the date🌟 The VAAM Industry-Academia Panel on "Protein Production Platforms" is around the corner: 📆Thu, 20.11.25 ⏱️4pm, online 🔗Registration t1p.de/rqk1z

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Help shape the future of microbiology in Europe and take part in the survey to identify key challenges in our field: t1p.de/uocd0

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Reminder🌟 The next application deadline for VAAMentoring is 📆October 31th! Don´t miss an amazing chance to connect with experienced mentors who can help level up your career! 🚀 Learn more: t1p.de/8yrt

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VBIO e. V. @vbio.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Der VBIO-Berufsfeld-Infoabend am 29. Oktober 2025 beleuchtet Forschung und Entwicklung im industriellen Kontext. Dr. Andreas Schmideder (AMSilk) und Laura Lindenthal (Group Leader Nucleic Acid Research at Wacker Chemie AG) stellen das Arbeitsfeld vor und beantworten eure Fragen. Jetzt anmelden!

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VAAM e.V. @vaam-microbes.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

⏳ Only 3 weeks left to submit your abstract for #VAAM2026 Annual Conference🎤👩‍👩‍👦‍👦 in Berlin ! ⏱️Abstract deadline: 7th November 🎓 Student members: Apply for travel grants until 7th November! 📌 t1p.de/7fgc4 Do not miss your chance and apply today!🏃🏃‍♀️ #VAAM2026 #microbiology #AnnualConference

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