Flyer fro second session of Klebsiella seminar series
‼️ The 2nd session of #KlebClub2026 is tomorrow!
This session will focus on pediatrics 🧸 — exploring the impact of Klebsiella infections in neonatal and pediatric populations, from clinical challenges to emerging research.
🗓 Thursday 16
🕘 9:00 -10:30 AM (EDT)
(FREE registration)
#microsky #AMR
Always great to catch up with former lab mates. ♥️
@microbiosaroj.bsky.social is presenting the short version of his dissertation project tomorrow! 🤓
I am stewing over this. Learned about while serving after spending the last month prepping. There is no incentive for people to commit to standing membership vs ad hoc. This cannot help the SROs recruit reviewers.
Thanks Roby! This one was a labor of love - it's took awhile to figure out how to put the paper together. What we find very interesting is that despite many isolate to isolate differences and changing phenotypes in urine, all the strains colonize kidneys very well.
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🚨 Big news! 🚨
Here the FINAL 2026 Speaker list for our seminar series!!
✨ Get ready for:
• Pathogenesis session
• Pediatrics #Klebsiella
• Translational Microbiology
• #KlebClub Community Flash talks!
Starting April 9th - 9 AM EST!
#KlebClub2026 #microsky #UTIsky #phagesky
Registration is FREE
📢 Today is the day. Final call for abstract-selected speakers!
Clinical relevance: K2 is a common serotype in neonatal sepsis and community-acquired (hvKp) and hospital-acquired (cKp) infections. Capsule property variations within this serotype affects pathogenesis.
Why it matters: Controlling for K2 serotype revealed that mucoidy, siderophores and macrophage evasion, NOT capsule abundance or complement resistance, distinguish hvKp bloodstream fitness. This suggests cell-mediated immunity (not just complement) is critical for controlling Kp bacteremia.
We found:
✅ hvKp more mucoid (uniform CPS chains)
✅ hvKp better evade macrophage association
✅ cKp have higher C3b deposition (but similar serum survival!)
✅ hvKp achieve higher spleen/liver burdens in vivo
✅ NO difference in capsule abundance, growth kinetics, or blood survival
Led by @emilykinney.bsky.social with contributions from Drew Stark, @microbiosaroj.bsky.social , Christine Teng, Tim Hand, and Will Bain and supported by ❤️ @americanheart.bsky.social ❤️
📢 Our latest paper is now in @infectionimmunity.bsky.social
We asked: How different are classical (cKp) vs hypervirulent (hvKp) Klebsiella pneumoniae bloodstream isolates if they are all the same K type (K2)?
📄 doi.org/10.1128/iai....
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We found:
✅ hvKp more mucoid (uniform CPS chains)
✅ hvKp better evade macrophage association
✅ cKp have higher C3b deposition (but similar serum survival!)
✅ hvKp achieve higher spleen/liver burdens in vivo
✅ NO difference in capsule abundance, growth kinetics, or blood survival
Led by @emilykinney.bsky.social with contributions from Drew Stark, @microbiosaroj.bsky.social , Christine Teng, Tim Hand, and Will Bain and supported by ❤️ @americanheart.bsky.social ❤️
journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/...
Proud to see our work published in mBio!
We uncover how C3 and C4 provide layered immune protection against Klebsiella pneumoniae. Grateful for my incredible mentors Dr. Ammar Zafar @azmicro.bsky.social, Dr. Karen Haas and supportive colleagues.
🌟 Applications are accepted for UC San Diego RAPID program's 2026-27 cohort. This highly-rated and effective #FacultyDevelopment opportunity is for junior faculty researchers in #InfectiousDiseases.
👉 Learn more and apply today at rapid.ucsd.edu.
⏰ Deadline: Sunday, March 1
#UCSD_RAPID
✨If you have a story you would like to share with the community, please submit an abstract by Feb 16. ✨
3 weeks left to submit an abstract for the Klebsiella Seminar Series!
It is FREE, but registration is required.
#AMR #Microsky #UTIsky
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If you have any interest in Klebsiella, registration for the April seminar series is open. Abstract submission for short talks are due Feb 16. Looking forward to connecting this spring!
#klebclub2026
Hard to believe it’s already that time of year!
Our kick-off meeting for the Klebsiella Seminar Series just wrapped up. Stay tuned for more!
@lauraamike.bsky.social @olayarendueles.bsky.social @caityholmes.bsky.social @tomstantonmicro.bsky.social @juanvalenciabacca.bsky.social WenWen Low & Jay V.
Applications are now accepted for UC San Diego Raising Advancement and Parity for Infectious Disease Researchers (RAPID) Program. RAPID is a one-year, NIAID-sponsored research development and mentoring program, which includes in-depth training in grant writing for research-oriented junior faculty. Apply by March 1, 2026 @ http://rapid.ucsd.edu. The graphic includes the program logo and a photo of an aerial view of La Jolla Cove.
Applications for UC San Diego RAPID program's 2026-27 cohort are now open! This highly-rated and effective career development opportunity is for junior faculty researchers in #InfectiousDiseases.
Learn more and apply today at rapid.ucsd.edu!
#UCSD_RAPID #FacultyDevelopment
Job ad for Quantitative Microbe-Plant-Environment interactions position
Job ad for microbial drivers of chronic disease position
Come join us in Knoxville!
The Dept. of Microbiology 🧫🦠 at the University of Tennessee is hiring 2 Assistant Professors (tenure track, 9-month appt.).
Microbial Drivers of Chronic Disease: apply.interfolio.com/173153Quantitative Microbe-Plant-Environment Interactions: apply.interfolio.com/173345
Delighted that Pitt and the Jonas Salk team were recognized for its development of the polio vaccine with a @asm.org Milestones in Microbiology site!
It was my true honor to present this award last Friday on World Polio Day. Onwards towards eradication!
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he Department of Plant Pathology at the University of California, Davis is seeking applications for a fulltime, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mycology, with a focus on plant pathogenic, symbiotic, or mycotoxigenic fungi and fungal-like organisms (e.g., oomycetes). We are looking for a highly motivated and creative scientist with a strong background in mycology and/or the biology of fungi and fungal-like organisms that interact with plants. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a world-class, externally funded research program that integrates both fundamental and applied aspects of fungal biology within the context of plant pathology. We welcome applicants pursuing a wide range of research topics related to plant-associated fungi, including but not limited to mechanisms of fungal pathogenesis or symbiosis with plants, population genomics and evolution of fungal plant pathogens, plant-associated fungal microbiomes and plant-microbe interactions, and/or one health approaches to fungal diseases and antifungal resistance. Applicants working in other relevant research areas involving pathogenic, symbiotic, or mycotoxigenic fungi or fungal-like organisms that affect plant health are also encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will have significant opportunities for collaboration with faculty in plant pathology, microbiology, genomics, and agricultural sciences, and to contribute to addressing issues of importance to California’s agricultural and natural ecosystems. The appointee primary teaching responsibilities will be teaching Introductory Mycology, an upperdivision lab class, and SAS 30, Mushroom, Molds & Society, a general education class for non-majors. Additional graduate and undergraduate teaching responsibilities may be assigned based on departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise. The department offers modern instructional facilities, including a newly renovated teaching laboratory.
Please repost -- The Univ. California Davis dept of Plant Pathology is hiring a Fungal biologist / Mycologist
Applications due Dec 1
Application portal: recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07339
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Check out @julielebris.bsky.social’s thread on our latest manuscript describing phenotypic heterogeneity in capsule production in Klebsiella & Acinetobacter @klebclub.bsky.social
This work started when I was still in @pasteur.fr & got finished in @cbitoulouse.bsky.social
#microsky #phagesky
Thank you!
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Daisy is a healthy pup, but she's still pawsitively devoted to supporting animals' urinary health ❤️🐶
That's why our #UTIhour on October 14th (12EDT) is on veterinary #UTI!
Do you have a furry friend who supports urinary health? Post a photo and tag us or send it here to post
New publication from our lab, featuring Dr. Santosh Paudel’s work offers a refined cost-effective approach to study bacterial growth rates during infection @globaluti.bsky.social #UTIsky
Congratulations!!!
Microbiology professor, want to join a slack for microbiology professors, any career stage, diverse career types (pure teaching, med school, R1, community college, pure research fed PIs, ...)
Message me for an invite link if you are interested.
No imposter syndrome, if you are 1% micro, join!