Month: July 2024

Cintia Mayr from the Austrian Institute of Technology (AIT) presented Microbes-4-Climate (M4C) at the prestigious miCROPe 2024 conference. This event, dedicated to exploring the role of microbes in crop production, took place from July 15th to 18th, 2024, in the historic Apothekertrakt of Schönbrunn Castle, Vienna.

Cintia introduced the project at the “Microbe-assisted Crop Production – Opportunities, Challenges, and Needs,” session  and discussed with leading experts the critical role of soil and plant microbiomes in agro-systems, including nutrient delivery, plant fitness, stress tolerance, and pathogen or pest control.

MICROBES-4-CLIMATE opened a vacancy for a Research Fellowship at the Center of Biological Engineering (CEB) at University of Minho. We are looking for driven individuals ready to contribute to cutting-edge research in the field of biological engineering, particularly focusing on sustainable solutions for climate change.

Position Details:
Research Fellowship – Biological Engineering
Reference: CEB-BI-28-2024
Institution: Center of Biological Engineering (CEB) of University of Minho
Location: Braga, Portugal
Duration: 6 months (can be renewed up to 4 years)
Starting date: August 2024

Responsibilities:
Conduct innovative research in biological engineering.
Collaborate with a team of experts in the field.
Publish findings in reputable scientific journals.
Contribute to the advancement of sustainable practices for climate mitigation.

Qualifications:
Master’s or Ph.D. in Biological Engineering or related field.
Strong background in microbiology, bioengineering, or environmental science.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proven track record of research and publications.

Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to apply through email (bolsas@ceb.uminho.pt), indicating the reference of the call (CEB-BI-28-2024), by submitting their CV, cover letter, and references.

Application Deadline: 17th of July 2024 – 23:59 (Europe, Lisbon)

For more details, check the vacancy notice here.

Bioethics and Regulatory Workshops: Shaping the Future of Climate Research

MICROBES-4-CLIMATE provides access to advanced research infrastructures, training, and support, in order to tackle the multifaceted challenges facing terrestrial biodiversity and ecosystems. MICROBES-4-CLIMATE will host the Bioethics and Regulatory Workshops in Vienna, Austria, from 25-27 November 2024. These workshops, divided in two, aim to discuss and showcase which Bioethics and Regulatory frameworks are relevant to the analysis of the complex interplay between microorganisms, plants, and soil within the context of climate change. 

Workshop Details:

• Part 1: Bioethics – 25-26 November 2024
• Part 2: Regulatory – 26-27 November 2024
• Location: AIT, Vienna, Austria

Key Themes:

• Microbiome
• Nagoya Protocol
• Environmental Regulation
• Biosecurity
• Planetary Health
• FAIR Principles
• Human Health
• Global common heritage
• Patents

We invite experts and stakeholders to join us as we assess the current status quo, identify key needs, and develop critical solutions to enable research and address the impacts of climate change.

Register Your Interest:

• For the Bioethics Workshop, contact: cintia.csorba@ait.ac.at
• For the Regulatory Workshop, contact: h.stewart@cabi.org

Find the Worskshop Agenda here

Join us in shaping a sustainable future through innovative research and collaborative efforts.