A 66 page document reviewing microbial science in the UK was published recently. The review was commissioned by the UK Biological and Biotechnological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and chaired by Charles Dorman (Trinity College, Dublin). The BBSRC is the largest funding body of non-medical microbiology in the UK. The review presents a comprehensive study of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats in the area of microbial science encompassing areas such as funding, the international context, the needs of industry, and training and education. Consultation exercises were held with individuals and organizations and the report concludes with nine recommendations.

The full report can be read at: Review of UK Microbial Science

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