Mission
Microorganisms rule the world through space and time. Microbial consortia and their interactions control the environment and health. Their disturbance by (a)biotic factors has drastic consequences. A balanced interaction between all partners is critical for the maintenance of:
- Functioning of all ecosystems
- Stable climate
- Growth and well-being of plants and animals
- Human health and sustainable natural resources
The mission of the Microverse Cluster is to provide the scientific basis for understanding microbial balance from the molecular to the ecosystem level. We ultimately aim to develop technologies allowing for targeted interventions to maintain or restore microbial balance.
Learn more about our mission in a video statement of our spokesperson Kirsten Küsel
Upcoming events
Volkshaus Jena, Jena, Germany
International Symposium of Collaborative Research Centre 1076 AquaDiva
We cordially invite you to contribute your work to the International Symposium of Collaborative Research Centre 1076 AquaDiva! The conference entitled "Unraveling the Linkage of Surface and Subsurface Ecosystems in a Changing Environment" will take place on 6-7 June 2024 in Jena, Germany.
Abstract Submission, Registration, and More information:
Please visit our event website for further information and detailed author and presenter guidelines:
https://www.aquadiva.uni-jena.de/international-symposium-2024
Upcoming events
MiCom 2024
10th International Conference on Microbial Communication for Young Scientists.
The MiCom is a great platform to encourage discussions between young scientists and experts from all fields of research related to microbial communication. The conference traditionally consists of five chaired sessions, each containing outstanding keynote lectures and a number of selected student talks.
Teaser: Research
Research: Into the Microverse
We investigate the dynamic balance of microbial consortia, the underlying factors and responses to disturbances.
Teaser: About
About: We are the Microverse
We bring together researchers from different disciplines to conduct joint research on the dynamics of microbial communities on earth.
Teaser: Career
Career: You are the Microverse
We foster international collaborations and exchange, and promote gender equality as well as the compatibility of family and career.
Teaser: Selected Publications
Selected Publications
View selected publications from our investigators in the thematic area of the Microverse Cluster.
Outreach
We aim to make our research more accessible to different target groups as we translate the scientific results into various projects.
The following selection shows examples of our Outreach activities:
- Planetarium Film
- Videos
- Audio
- Artists Collaborations & Exhibitions
- Book Club: Science meets Society