MICROBIAL TECHNOLOGY
Microbial technology in practice: the good, the bad and the bugly
This year’s British Society for Microbial Technology Annual Microbiology Conference will be held on 21 May at the RAF Museum in Hendon, north London, and will cover a range of different topics. Here, Pathology in Practice provides the first of two previews of an exciting programme that focuses on microbiology practice.
Founded in 1985, by microbiologists with a common interest in antimicrobial susceptibility testing, the British Society for Microbial Technology (BSMT) continues to promote research and development in the UK and beyond. Over the years, it has brought together a diverse community of biomedical and clinical scientists and other microbiologists who share a passion for microbiology and understanding microorganisms, and their impact on life, health and the environment. The Society’s Annual Microbiology
Conference this year will return to the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum in Hendon, North London, and offers an informative day bringing together leading experts, researchers, healthcare scientists and industry professionals to discuss the latest advances and challenges in laboratory microbial diagnostics, encouraging the exchange of information on current and future practices in clinical microbiology. The following is an initial preview
of the day’s agenda, showcasing the diverse range of topics and exciting speakers featured from different fields of microbiology, including those in academia, research and clinical practice. Some excellent reasons to atend include: Learn something new Embrace new ideas Build your networks Continuing professional development (CPD) Develop your career Visit a world-class venue.
Jim Lindsay: a dedication This year’s conference is dedicated to the memory of Jim Lindsay, who helped the commitee celebrate the 40th Anniversary Conference in 2025, but sadly died shortly thereafter. Jim was a founder member of the BSMT, which held its inaugural meeting in Notingham in 1985. Jim acted as BSMT secretary for many years, retiring from the commitee in 2022. He remained a staunch supporter of BSMT and the diagnostics industry, atending
subsequent BSMT conferences. Members of the BSMT commitee much admired Jim’s intellect and knowledge, and have lost a much valued friend in addition to losing a key supporter of the Society.
Diagnostic microbiology: a potential future A keynote presentation by Dr Sarah Pit, a Principal Lecturer at the University of Brighton, and President of the Institute of Biomedical Science, will launch this
The BSMT Annual Microbiology Conference offers an informative day bringing together leading experts, researchers, healthcare scientists and industry professionals.
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