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Matters Microbial

Mark O. Martin
Microbiology
Microbiome
Bacteriophages
Symbiosis
Antibiotic Resistance
Microbial Ecology
Microbial Diversity
Climate Change
Phage Therapy
Marine Science
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease
Coral Microbiology
Fungi
Quorum Sensing
Broccoli Sprouts
Deep-Sea Microbial Ecosystems
Borrelia Burgdorferi
STEM Education
Evolving STEM

Matters Microbial is a podcast about the wonders of microbiology, microbiologists, and microbial centrism with Dr. Mark Martin

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Matters Microbial #114: A Tongue-n-Cheek Look at the Oral Microbiome October 31, 2025 Today Dr. Jessica Mark Welch, Professor at the ADA Forsyth Institute joins the #QualityQuorum to discuss the complex and interactive microbial communities living un... more

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Matters Microbial #113: Microbes That Swim, Swarm, Stand Up—and 'Walk' October 24, 2025 Today Dr. Joshua Shrout, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences at the University of Notre Dame joins the #QualityQuorum to discuss t... more

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Matters Microbial #112: Bacterial Size, Stress, and Antibiotic Resistance October 17, 2025 Today Dr. Petra Levin, the George and Irene Freiberg Professor of Biology at Washington University in St. Louis joins the #QualityQuorum to discuss her work wi... more

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Matters Microbial #111: Shocking Tales of Metal-Loving Microbes October 10, 2025 Today Dr. Jeff Gralnick, Professor of the Department of Plant and Microbial Sciences at the University of Minnesota joins the #QualityQuorum to tell us a shocking story ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jessica Mark Welch
Research scientist at the ADA Forsyth Institute focusing on oral microbiology
ADA Forsyth Institute
Episode: Matters Microbial #114: A Tongue-n-Cheek Look at the Oral Microbiome
Dr. Joshua Shrout
Researcher studying microbial behavior and interactions, focusing on socio-microbiology
University of Notre Dame
Episode: Matters Microbial #113: Microbes That Swim, Swarm, Stand Up—and 'Walk'
Dr. Petra Levin
Associate Professor of Biology
Washington University in St. Louis
Episode: Matters Microbial #112: Bacterial Size, Stress, and Antibiotic Resistance
Dr. Jeff Gralnick
Professor in the Department of Plant and Microbial Biology
University of Minnesota
Episode: Matters Microbial #111: Shocking Tales of Metal-Loving Microbes
Dr. Sean Gibbons
Associate Professor at the Institute of Systems Biology
Institute of Systems Biology
Episode: Matters Microbial #110: Enumerating the Microbiome
Dr. Rodney Rohde
Chair and Professor of the MLS Program, College of Health Professions
Texas State University
Episode: Matters Microbial #109: Bat-Crazy About Rabies
Dr. Laura Weyrich
Associate Professor of Anthropology and Bioethics at Penn State, co-hire with the Huck Institute of Life Sciences. Research focuses on paleomicrobiomes.
Pennsylvania State University
Episode: Matters Microbial #108: Neanderthal Oral Health, Ancient Bacteria and DNA
Dr. Lisa Gorski
Consultant on food safety issues, recently retired from the USDA
Retired USDA
Episode: Matters Microbial #107: Listeria Sprouting Hysteria?
Dr. Dennis Claessen
Microbiologist focusing on bacterial cell walls and their adaptations.
Institute for Biology, Leiden University
Episode: Matters Microbial #106: Cells Without Walls – Full-Frontal Bacteria

Host

Dr. Mark Martin
Host of Matters Microbial and Associate Professor of Biology, focusing on microbiology and education.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Content much appreciated

    I am a practicing Clinical Nurse Specialist, employed by an Infectious Disease practice. Talk about carbon, oxy, and anthropocentric. I deeply appreciate the obvious love you bring for your craft, field, peers and learners of all kinds. It is lovely to recall that there is a wider, weirder world beyond our typical blinders. Thank you so much for all you do. It absolutely matters. I look forward to your podcast each week. I suspect I’m not the only one.

    Cheers,

    Greg Greenberg AGCNS

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lead nerd at Instar
    United States2 years ago
  • Enthusiasm for science!

    I am an unabashed fan of all of the TWIX podcasts, and MM is another excellent addition to the family. It’s quite different from the other podcasts, in that it has more of an interview bias, but I really enjoy hearing scientists talk about their science. I think anyone who teaches microbial sciences should listen, and have their students listen as well. Everyone on this show is incredibly enthusiastic about what they do, and it shows.

    So listen and learn! We can all be micronauts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Khabita
    United States2 years ago
  • A big heart for tiny creatures

    Marks big heart for the tiniest forms of life is inspiring ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MicroPat007
    Netherlands2 years ago

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The show's unique approach to blending science with personal stories resonates well, particularly with audiences involved in education and public engagement.
Many praise the educational value, noting it as a valuable resource for both students and professionals in the field.
Listeners appreciate the deep dive into complex scientific topics and the infectious enthusiasm of the host and guests.

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Matters Microbial #112: Bacterial Size, Stress, and Antibiotic Resistance
Q: Is there any work being done on making antibiotic use more finely tuned to issues of pH or temperature?
There is interest in developing beta-lactams that are active under varying pH conditions, although temperature adjustments in antibiotics are less common in current research.
Matters Microbial #112: Bacterial Size, Stress, and Antibiotic Resistance
Q: What are some other stresses that you've been looking at?
Nutrient levels and pH are significant factors we've been investigating, particularly on how they affect cell size and resistance to beta-lactams.
Matters Microbial #110: Enumerating the Microbiome
Q: What are the practical implications of the work you're doing?
We can extract more information from public datasets to understand health and the interactions of gut microbiomes with various factors, including diet.
Matters Microbial #110: Enumerating the Microbiome
Q: Could you please explain what the microbiome is?
The microbiome refers to the sequencing data we use to detect the microbes that live on or in the human body, directly relating to their diverse organismal presence.
Matters Microbial #109: Bat-Crazy About Rabies
Q: Could you discuss the preventative measures for rabies?
Rabies is highly preventable with vaccination, which is crucial in case of possible exposure.

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Focusing on the intricate world of microbiology, discussions frequently center around essential topics such as microbial interactions, antibiotic resistance, and the educational approaches surrounding this field. The host, along with expert guests, explores the critical roles microorganisms play in various ecosystems, emphasizing both their beneficial and harmful impacts on health, agriculture, and the environment. Unique elements include conversations on cutting-edge research related to marine microbiology and innovative teaching practices, which cater to both academic audiences and those intrigued by the invisible world that shapes our lives. This podcast offers a blend of scientific insight and practical applications, making it valuable ... more

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1. Dr. Jessica Mark Welch
2. Dr. Joshua Shrout
3. Dr. Petra Levin
4. Dr. Jeff Gralnick
5. Dr. Sean Gibbons
6. Dr. Rodney Rohde
7. Dr. Laura Weyrich
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