March 2025
Afternoon ASMQ members,
Hope you are staying safe and well in the wake of this QLD weather. We have many announcements and opportunities to announce to our members.
MiM2025 & Nancy Millis Awards at Petrie campus, USC
On Saturday, 8 February, the beautiful Petrie Campus at the University of the Sunshine Coast hosted the Microbiology in Moreton Bay (MiM2025) event combined with the Nancy Millis Awards. We extend our heartfelt thanks to local organiser Dr. Martina Jelocnik – ASM-Q Engagement Officer – and her team of dedicated volunteers, including those running the registration desk gifting out chocolates, lollies, and raffle tickets for attendees, ensuring a successful day. Special thanks also go to Dr. Samuel Phillips for his outstanding on-site technical support.
Attendance: 60 participants (47 in-person, 14 online)
Nancy Millis Student Awards:
Winner: Lachlan Walker (UQ)
Research: “Emergence of Carbapenem-Resistant Escherichia coli ST167 as a Significant Cause of Urinary Tract Infection”
Runner-up: Riya Joshi (UQ)
Research: “Metabolism to the Rescue - Unveiling the Role of Pyrimidine Salvage in Haemophilus influenzae”
Sponsorship & Lecture: We thank the Simmons Trust once again, with the Simmons Trust Lecture delivered by Professor Ruth Zadoks (University of Sydney) on “Group B Streptococcus – a veterinary molecular epidemiologist’s journey through space, time, and publication bias.”
ASMQ ECR Award 2025
A huge congratulations to our ASMQ Early Career Researcher (ECR) award presenters for their outstanding three-minute presentations:
Winner: Johanna Richter (UQ)
Runner-up: Rhys Parry (UQ)
We look forward to seeing these presentations at #ASM2025.
Follow Us on Bluesky!
We are excited to announce that the ASM QLD Branch is now on Bluesky! Stay updated with our latest news and events by following our new account: @asmqld.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/asmqld.bsky.social
ASM Student & ECR International Travel Award
Don’t miss the opportunity to apply for the ASM Student & ECR International Travel Award. This initiative offers four awards annually:
Two awards for PhD student ASM members
Two awards for Early Career Researcher (ECR) ASM members (up to five years post-PhD)
Application Deadline: 31 March
For more details and to apply, visit: ASM Travel Award.
Highlighting the LGBTQIA+ Microbiology Network
We're excited to bring attention to the LGBTQIA+ Microbiology Network, originally launched in 2022 by the NSW/ACT Branch. This vibrant initiative has been hosting both online and face-to-face events, spotlighting microbiologists' research and personal stories within the LGBTQIA+ community and their supportive allies.
Key Objectives:
Engagement: Foster meaningful connections within the LGBTQIA+ microbiology community.
Visibility: Enhance the profile of LGBTQIA+ researchers.
Career Advancement: Support the professional growth of community members.
Community Engagement: Encourage collaborative and inclusive dialogue.
Please look at the attached flyer for more details on the network, how to join and upcoming events.
Submit your interest in the ASM Communication Ambassador Program
The ASM is looking for Communication Ambassadors to represent the society and boost your professional profile by engaging in science communication and promoting ASM events and content. Applications close on 31st March. For more details please visit the ASM Communication Ambassador Program.