The Immeasurable Value of Plankton to Humanity
An international group of authors led by Maria Grigoratou et al. has published a compelling review spotlighting plankton’s foundational role across six impact domains—biogeochemistry, ecology, climate, science, economy, and human well‑being—framed within the IPBES “Life Framework of Values”
AtlantECO Final Scientific Conference: “One Ocean, One Health”
After five years of groundbreaking research across three continents, AtlantECO is concluding with its Final Scientific Conference under the theme “One Ocean, One Health”. This landmark event will bring together leading scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders to...
Microbes in Microbiomes – Abstract submission open
The inaugural Microbes in Microbiomes conference in Miami in February 2026 aims to highlight the progress in microbiome science from structure to function with a focus on the individual microbes responsible for these important traits. Our broad areas of interest...
Voices from the Deep: Meet the Scientists Exploring Marine Microbiomes
Behind every groundbreaking marine discovery is a passionate researcher diving deep into the unseen world of ocean microbes. From Arctic expeditions to coral reef surveys, scientists studying marine microbiomes are unlocking answers to some of Earth’s biggest...
Why Marine Microbes Matter: Ecosystem Engineers of the Ocean
Beneath the waves lies a world of microscopic marvels – marine microbes that silently shape life on Earth. These tiny organisms – bacteria, archaea, viruses, fungi, and protists – form the foundation of ocean food webs and drive key processes such as: # Carbon Cycling...
Happy Microbiome Day 2025
Today, June 27th, we celebrate World Microbiome Day 2025 – a global initiative to raise awareness about the incredible world of microorganisms and their crucial role in our ecosystems. To celebrate the Marine Microbiome Forum has launched a special website with...