Webinar: 100 Years of Collecting Biological Materials: The Diversity of the ATCC® Collection

For more than 100 years, ATCC® has been supplying the global scientific community with authenticated, high-quality biological resources and standards that support research with the power to transform lives. At its inception in the 1920s, ATCC® was regarded as simply a microbial culture collection—a repository of microorganisms that scientists could draw from to conduct their research to make new discoveries. Today, ATCC® provides the world’s leading scientists with the largest and most diverse collection of biological materials, including microbe products, cell products, molecular genomics tools, and nucleic acids. ATCC® also serves as both a type strain and patent depository. Our vast collection boasts more than 70,000 microbes and 4,000 eukaryotic cell lines used in various industrial applications, and we are continuing to expand. In this presentation, I will highlight the diversity and importance of the collection built over the last 100 years. I will also describe the tools used to authenticate the materials and provide examples of how this collection can be used as a valuable resource for the present and future generations of scientists. April 10, 2025 News, Webinar

Webinar: Beyond the host genome: host genetics and gut microbiome determinism in livestock

Animal-associated microbiomes play a crucial role in host physiology, significantly influencing livestock phenotypes. Understanding these associations is crucial for developing strategies to enhance livestock productivity, improve animal health and welfare, and mitigate the environmental impact of farming. Beyond nutritional interventions like pre- and probiotics, leveraging host genetics offers a promising approach to modulate microbiomes and consequently, host-associated traits. April 09, 2025 News, Webinar

2024 Annual Report

This year has been remarkable for the Phytobiomes Alliance, highlighted by the International Phytobiomes Conference 2024 and significant advancements in phytobiomes science. Through interdisciplinary collaborations and innovative research, we continue to drive progress in plant-based agriculture. March 05, 2025 News

Webinar: Contribution of Microbial Biostimulants to Improving Agricultural Productivity in Benin

Agricultural sustainability faces growing challenges from climate change and pressure on natural resources. Microbial biostimulants, including PGPR (Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria), arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF), and chitosan—a bioproduct from crustacean exoskeletons—offer environmentally-friendly solutions to enhance agricultural productivity. These agents synergize with plants and soils, boosting microbial biodiversity, ecosystem resilience, and plant growth. Case studies in Benin demonstrate their effectiveness, showing significant maize yield increases, reduced reliance on mineral fertilizers, and improved soil health. Biostimulants represent a strategic approach to food security and sustainable development in Africa, empowering farming communities while protecting the environment. February 05, 2025 News, Webinar