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Meet the Microbiologist

Ashley Hagen, M.S.
Public Health
Bioeconomy
Microbes
Microbiology
Covid-19
Fermentation
Renewables
Genomics
Antimicrobial Resistance
Fecal Microbiota Transplants
Microbial Symbiosis
Conservation Biology
Zoo Nutrition
Microbiome Research
Metabolism
Gut Microbiome
Tuberculosis
Rabies Virus
Prion Disease
Chemosynthesis

Who is microbiology? Meet the Microbiologist (MTM) introduces you to the people who discover, innovate and advance the field of microbiology. Go behind-the-scenes of the microbial sciences with experts in virology, bacteriology, mycology, parasitology and more! Share in their passion for microbes and hear about research successes and even a few setbacks in their field. MTM covers everything from g... more

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Latest Episodes

Karl Matthews, Ph.D., Professor of Microbial Food Safety at Rutgers University, discusses ways to eliminate pathogens like Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7 and Listeria from fresh fruits and vegetables. He highlights the importance of preventative measure... more

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Michael Lynch, Ph.D., Director of the Center for Mechanisms of Evolution at Arizona State University and Vaughn Cooper, Ph.D., professor of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at the University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine, examine the origins a... more

Sally Bornbusch, Ph.D., is an NSF postdoctoral fellow in biology conducting microbial ecology research in animal care and conservation at the Smithsonian National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute. She discusses how FMTs are being used to mitigate... more

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Dev Mittar, Ph.D., Scientific Director of the ASM Health Scientific Unit discusses the use of metagenomic next generation sequencing to develop agnostic diagnostic technology, giving scientists and clinicians alike, a tool to diagnose any infectious ... more

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Recent Guests

Karl Matthews
Professor of Microbial Food Safety
Rutgers University
Episode: Preventing Foodborne Pathogens With Plant-Derived Compounds with Karl Matthews
Michael Lynch
Director of the Center for Mechanisms of Evolution at Arizona State University
Arizona State University
Episode: Early Microbial Life with Michael Lynch and Vaughn Cooper
Vaughn Cooper
Professor of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at the University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: Early Microbial Life with Michael Lynch and Vaughn Cooper
Dr. Sally Bornbusch
NSF postdoctoral fellow in biology conducting research at the Smithsonian National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute.
Smithsonian National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute
Episode: How FMTs, Coprophagia and the Milk Microbiome Inform Wildlife Conservation With Sally Bornbusch
Dev Mittar
Scientific Director of the ASM Health Scientific Unit
American Society for Microbiology
Episode: Agnostic Diagnostics and the Future of ASM Health With Dev Mittar
Dr. Afreenish Amir
Antimicrobial Resistance Project Director at the National Institute of Health in Pakistan
National Institute of Health, Pakistan
Episode: Implementing a National Action Plan to Combat AMR in Pakistan With Afreenish Amir
Manuel Martinez Garcia
Professor of Microbiology at the Physiology, Genetics and Microbiology Department
University of Alicante, Spain
Episode: Discovering Fossilized Microbes in Antarctic Ice Cores With Manuel Martinez Garcia
Brenda Wilson
Professor of Microbiology and the Associate Director of Undergraduate Education at the University of Illinois.
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
Episode: Revenge of the Microbes With Brenda Wilson and Brian Ho
Brian Ho
Researcher and Lecturer at the Institute of Structural and Molecular Biology.
University College of London and Birkbeck University of London
Episode: Revenge of the Microbes With Brenda Wilson and Brian Ho

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Ashley Hagen
Host of Meet the Microbiologist

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Very nice way to refresh and expand knowledge

    1. Good interviewing technique

    2. Relevant topics and expert microbiologists

    3. Ideal for physicians to refresh and update microbiology knowledge

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    24.7ariane
    Netherlands5 years ago
  • Great questions and commentary

    First-time listener. I thought the questions asked were insightful and the commentary at the end interesting. Plus, the guests are high-profile. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Craig2372
    United States5 years ago
  • Pleasant Microbio Lite

    I enjoy this for interesting overviews of topics outside my discipline. My research is biomedical but has very little to do with microbio so this is a nice way to hear about interesting things in the field.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    NotaBearinaHumanSuit
    United States6 years ago
  • Recommended

    Interesting and informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Retrovertigo99
    Ireland6 years ago
  • Love the podcast

    Julie Wolf does an excellent job hosting the show. Very knowledgable.

    Mike in Oregon

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mkcheshire
    United States7 years ago

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Preventing Foodborne Pathogens With Plant-Derived Compounds with Karl Matthews
Q: So what do you think then is the biggest need for, when it comes to research and development for food safety over the next five to 10 years?
We need to integrate technologies like AI and molecular techniques to advance food safety measures.
Preventing Foodborne Pathogens With Plant-Derived Compounds with Karl Matthews
Q: What should the average consumer do with their produce when they get home?
If the produce is pre-washed, go ahead and use it. If not, rinse it under running water to remove dirt and debris.
Early Microbial Life with Michael Lynch and Vaughn Cooper
Q: What are some of the ecological drivers through which evolution of multicellularity can be selected?
Avoiding predation and partitioning of functions among different cell types are two ecological drivers of multicellularity.
Early Microbial Life with Michael Lynch and Vaughn Cooper
Q: What are some of the challenges of getting life off the ground?
One of the biggest problems is errors during non-enzymatic mechanism replication, which has a high error rate.
Early Microbial Life with Michael Lynch and Vaughn Cooper
Q: What are the tools that we have in our toolbox to study something that is, there are, there's so much mystery shrouded here?
We have general models in evolutionary biology that apply, would apply all the way back to the RNA world.

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What is Meet the Microbiologist about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content highlights the fascinating world of microbiology through in-depth discussions with experts across various specializations, including virology, bacteriology, and mycology. Listeners are introduced to the innovative research and careers of professionals ranging from graduate students to seasoned clinicians, providing insights into their work and contributions to the field. The variety of topics covered is extensive, touching on current issues such as antibiotic resistance, synthetic biology, and the role of microbes in public health, making this a valuable resource for those interested in science and its impact on society. The podcast is unique in its ability to merge technical knowledge with personal narratives, allowing audience... more

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Recent guests on Meet the Microbiologist include:

1. Karl Matthews
2. Michael Lynch
3. Vaughn Cooper
4. Dr. Sally Bornbusch
5. Dev Mittar
6. Dr. Afreenish Amir
7. Manuel Martinez Garcia
8. Brenda Wilson

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