Microbes Without Borders
Exploring the Microbial Connections Between Ocean, Land & Health
Why Microbes Without Borders?
The invisible microbial connections between land, sea, and human health are critical to the planet’s future.
From coral reefs to gut health, microbes cross boundaries and ecosystems. This summit highlights their role in resilience, innovation, and sustainability.
The ocean microbiome on a changing planet
The new editorial by Ramiro Logares “The ocean microbiome on a changing planet” (July 2025) sets the stage for Ocean Microbiology – an open-access journal devoted to advancing our understanding of marine and aquatic microorganisms.
Microbial Worlds, One Connected System
Marine microbes influence climate, drive oxygen production, and support all ocean life.
➡ Affect rainfall and soil nutrients on land
Soil microbes recycle nutrients, supporting plant growth and biodiversity.
➡ Feed into plant microbiomes, affecting food webs
Plant-associated microbes enhance resilience, nutrition, and human food quality.
➡ Impact gut health and immune systems in humans
The human microbiome links to immunity, mood, and health. Our actions alter soil and ocean microbiomes.
➡ Pollution and farming practices feed back to soil and ocean health
What is the Marine Microbiome?
A visual introduction to marine microbes and their global roles.
Ocean Oxygen
Ocean Health
Ocean Science
Marine Microbiome - MARINE HEALTH
Marine Microbiome - HUMAN HEALTH
Marine Microbiome - FOOD
Marine Microbiome - POLLUTION
“Microbes are the engineers of life in the ocean — and life on Earth.”
“Understanding microbes is key to understanding ourselves.”
What is One Health?
🌍 Environment
Microbial life influences ecosystems, climate, and biodiversity on a planetary scale.
🧬 Microbiome
Microbes connect all life forms — shaping health, growth, and evolution.
🧑⚕️ Public Health
Our well-being depends on microbial balance in bodies, food, and the environment.