# Meeting report ‘Microbiology 2023: from single cell to microbiome and host’, an international interacademy conference in Würzburg

## TL;DR

This meeting report summarizes a 2023 international microbiology conference focusing on topics like phages, microbiomes, and bacterial processes, highlighting global collaboration and future plans.

## Contribution

The conference showcased cutting-edge microbiology research and emphasized international collaboration through a global platform for experts.

## Key findings

- The conference emphasized phages, microbiomes, and bacterial roles in diverse environments.
- Discussions included bacterial processes like cell division and stress resistance.
- The next conference will be hosted in Sweden to continue fostering global collaboration.

## Abstract

On September 20–22 September 2023, the international conference ‘Microbiology 2023: from single cell to microbiome and host’ convened microbiologists from across the globe for a very successful symposium, showcasing cutting-edge research in the field. Invited lecturers delivered exceptional presentations covering a wide range of topics, with a major emphasis on phages and microbiomes, on the relevant bacteria within these ecosystems, and their multifaceted roles in diverse environments. Discussions also spanned the intricate analysis of fundamental bacterial processes, such as cell division, stress resistance, and interactions with phages. Organized by four renowned Academies, the German Leopoldina, the French Académie des sciences, the Royal Society UK, and the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, the symposium provided a dynamic platform for experts to share insights and discoveries, leaving participants inspired and eager to integrate new knowledge into their respective projects. The success of Microbiology 2023 prompted the decision to host the next quadrennial academic meeting in Sweden. This choice underscores the commitment to fostering international collaboration and advancing the frontiers of microbiological knowledge. The transition to Sweden promises to be an exciting step in the ongoing global dialogue and specific collaborations on microbiology, a field where researchers will continue to push the boundaries of knowledge, understanding, and innovation not only in health and disease but also in ecology.