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Bugging the Pathogen's Communications Against Them

Intensive training on bacterial second messengers, linking molecular signaling to biofilms, virulence, and innovative biotech applications.

06 Apr 2026

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UNU‑BIOLAC Participates in the NERPS Conference 2026 in Japan

The conference was part of the Network for Education and Research on Peace and Sustainability efforts to bridge evidence and policy

31 Mar 2026

Announcement

Next Course: “Advancing sustainable mining: Cultivation and genomic analysis of acidophilic microorganisms for biomining and bioremediation innovation”, August 2026

Apply for a scholarship to participate in the international workshop coordinated by Dr. Diana Ayala at Universidad de las Américas, in Quito, Ecuador.

27 Mar 2026

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From Host to Holobiont: Closing the Microbiome Gap in Crop Improvement

Benyi Marin is advancing nitrogen fixation by designing resilient legume nodule microbiomes that align plant breeding with microbial function.

25 Mar 2026

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Exploring Colombia's Paramo One Molecule at a Time

Emerson Arciniegas’ fellowship underscores the role of conserved páramo biodiversity in advancing international antimicrobial research

19 Mar 2026

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Predicting Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery: A Human‑Centered, Data‑Informed Approach

Shaping the future of obesity care through genetics, epigenetics, lifestyle insights, and the full inclusion of women in research.

27 Feb 2026

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Next Course: “Workshop on Bioprocess with Recombinant Microorganisms: Fermentation, Recovery and Purification of a Recombinant Enzyme at Pilot Scale”, May – June 2026

Apply for a scholarship to participate in the international workshop coordinated by Dr. Leobardo Serrano at IBT, UNAM, in Cuernavaca, Mexico.

26 Feb 2026

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From Reef to RiPPs: Bioprospection for Antibiotics

Fernanda Claverías is using the latest technologies to elucidate potential antimicrobials from Chilean coastal ecosystems

26 Feb 2026

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Sugarcane Supercapacitors of the Future

Florencia Bernassani is laying the ground for electronics that are biodegradable and rely less on strategic minerals

24 Feb 2026

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Priming Crops Against Their Enemies by Fostering an Ancient Partnership

María Florencia Sardo is learning how local soil bacteria give plants an edge in the presence of a global menace

21 Feb 2026

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Next Course: “Reverse Genetics of Viruses & Applications in Virotherapy and Vaccine Development”, May 2026

Apply for a scholarship to participate in the international course coordinated by Dr. Pilar Moreno at the Institut Pasteur Montevideo, Uruguay

20 Feb 2026

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Seeing is Believing: How to Visualize What's Happening inside Biotechnological Systems

Advancing research through an intensive interdisciplinary training on imaging, mechanics, and development, held at the University of Chile.

20 Feb 2026