11 September, 2026
Prof. Raquel Peixoto, Principal Investigator of the Marine Microbiomes Lab, has been appointed President of Applied Microbiology International (AMI).
In its recent article, The Microbiologist introduces Raquel’s new role and highlights her work in microbiology, from coral–microbe interactions and probiotics to the development of approaches that connect microbiological research with real-world challenges.
As President, Raquel will contribute to guiding AMI and supporting its work to bring together researchers, promote collaboration, and advance the field of applied microbiology.
Read the full article below to learn more about Raquel, her new role, and her vision for the future of applied microbiology.