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BrisJAMS is the Brisbane-based node of the International ‘Joint Academic Microbiology Seminar’ series, which aims to provide a free space for microbiology-enthusiasts to connect. We meet bimonthly to have a pub-feed, grab a pint (optional), and talk micro!

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A membrane-bound nuclease directly cleaves phage DNA during genome injection - Nature A widespread bacterial defence system called SNIPE is shown to localize to the cell membrane, where it identifies and cleaves the DNA of infecting phage as it is injected into the bacterial cell.

Nature research paper: A membrane-bound nuclease directly cleaves phage DNA during genome injection

go.nature.com/3P2jKFh

03.03.2026 16:53 👍 25 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
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‼️‼️Registration and Abstract submissions for JAMS15 Now Open ‼️‼️

📅 31 July 2026
📍 Translational Research Institute (TRI), Brisbane.
🧪 Call for abstracts: Now Open till 17th May 2026
👉 Registration: Now Open (lnkd.in/gzfEUgyw).
🦜 Early bird registration closes: 30th April 2026.

04.03.2026 07:31 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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See you this Wedneday 😀

Join us for an evening of cutting-edge microbiology, industry insights, and great conversation!

📅 Wednesday, 25 February 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:30pm
📍 The Burrow (Beer Garden Room), West End
🍕 Free pizza provided!
👉 Register via the QR code on the poster.

23.02.2026 03:34 👍 4 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 0

Whether you're a student, researcher, or industry professional, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect, collaborate, and be inspired.

17.02.2026 00:18 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

🍌 Dr Anna-Belle Clarke (QA Microbiologist, Asahi Beverages). “Bananas, Beer and Beyond.”

🤖 A/Prof Luis Pedro Coelho (Team Leader, Centre for Microbiome Research, QUT). “AI and big data in microbiology: the hype, the promise, and the disappointments”

17.02.2026 00:18 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

🎤 Speaker Highlights:

🌊 Hisatake Ishida (PhD Student, Australian Centre for Ecogenomics, UQ)
“Diversity and metabolic heterogeneity of sediment microbes from the Great Barrier Reef”

17.02.2026 00:17 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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We’re kicking off 2026 with an exciting lineup of speakers at BRISJAMS this February!

📅 Wednesday, 25 February 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:30pm
📍 The Burrow (Beer Garden Room), West End
🍕 Free pizza provided!
👉 Register via the QR code on the poster.

We look forward to seeing you there!

17.02.2026 00:17 👍 2 🔁 3 💬 3 📌 0

This year’s symposium is jointly organised by JAMS Brisbane and SydneyJAMS, and we can’t wait to welcome you. Whether you’re a student, ECR, clinician, or established researcher, JAMS15 will be a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and share science that matters

10.02.2026 01:15 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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🚨 Save the Date | JAMS15 Symposium 🚨

🎉For the first time ever, the JAMS Symposium lands in Brisbane!🎉

📅 31 July 2026
📍 Translational Research Institute (TRI), Brisbane.
🧪 Call for abstracts opening soon — start thinking about what you’d love to present!

10.02.2026 01:14 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
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Introducing another one of our wonderful JAMS-Brisbane Committee Member 😎 😁

Our amazing seminar host- Hisatake Ishida 😊🔬 🦠 🧫 🧪

04.02.2026 03:16 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Introducing another one of our wonderful JAMS-Brisbane Committee Member 😎 😁

Our IT representative- Nanda Pradana 😊🔬 🦠 🧫 🧪

28.01.2026 04:37 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Introducing another one of our wonderful JAMS-Brisbane Committee Member 😎 😁

Our Graphic Designer- Vidya Venkateswaran 😊🔬 🦠 🧫 🧪

28.01.2026 04:37 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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As we culture our way into another year, we’re incubating big ideas, strong collaborations, and plenty of scientific curiosity.

Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and scientifically successful New Year! 🧪🥂🦠🔬

06.01.2026 04:34 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Serving facts, fun, and a little friendly contamination. 🤩
End-of-year micro trivia = success! 🎉😄

Shout out to our amazing sponsors for the amazing prizes 🤩
@eppendorf_official @illuminainc @agrf_genomics @bmglabtech @nikonaustralia We are so grateful! 🧪

Thank you to everyone for coming🫵🏼😌

11.12.2025 03:38 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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BrisJAMs End of Year Trivia Get tickets on Humanitix - BrisJAMs End of Year Trivia. The Burrow, 52 Russell St, West End QLD 4101, Australia. Thursday 4th December 2025. Find event information.

📅 Thursday 4 December
⏰ 6:00–7:30 pm
📍 The Burrow, Beer Garden Room, West End
👥 Teams up to 6 | $5 per person
🍟 Registerations include a bowl of chips per team.
🔗Follow the link (events.humanitix.com/brisjams-end...) to sign up.

02.12.2025 00:24 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Loads of fantastic prizes (including exclusive BrisJAMS merch!) are up for grabs at the BrisJAMS End-of-Year Trivia Night! 😎 🧠🍻

Hurry... only limited spots left !😎

👥 Teams up to 6 | $5 per person
🍟 Registerations include a bowl of chips per team.
🔗Follow the link (lnkd.in/ggBxdGpY) to sign up.

02.12.2025 00:22 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Introducing another one of our wonderful JAMS-Brisbane Committee Member 😎 😁

Our multitasking member for Events/Host/Audio- Joshua Mitchell 😊🔬 🦠 🧫 🧪

28.11.2025 03:03 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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BrisJAMs End of Year Trivia Get tickets on Humanitix - BrisJAMs End of Year Trivia. The Burrow, 52 Russell St, West End QLD 4101, Australia. Thursday 4th December 2025. Find event information.

Follow this link to sign up- events.humanitix.com/brisjams-end...

17.11.2025 03:43 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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We're wrapping up the year with a fun, science-themed trivia night !

📅 Thursday 4 December
⏰ 6:00–7:30 pm
📍 The Burrow, Beer Garden Room, West End
👥 Teams up to 6 | $5 per person
🔗Scan the QR code or follow the links to sign up—spots are limited!

17.11.2025 03:37 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Introducing another one of our wonderful JAMS-Brisbane Committee Member 😎 😁

Social Media Officer- @sentanuka.bsky.social 😊 🔬 🦠 🧫 🧪

13.11.2025 00:56 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
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A fantastic turnout for our Careers Beyond Academia event, co-hosted by JAMS Brisbane and Australian Society of Microbiology Qld Branch 🙌🔬 Thank you to everyone who joined us — and to our incredible speakers for sharing their stories! 🙏

#JAMSBrisbane #ASMQLD #ScienceCareers #Networking

07.11.2025 04:29 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Introducing another one of our wonderful JAMS-Brisbane Committee Member 😎 😁

Sponsorship Liaison- Harley McRae😊 🔬 🦠 🧫

04.11.2025 05:37 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Don’t forget to register and join us for our ASM-QLD and BrisJAMS careers beyond academia session this Thursday 😎

03.11.2025 01:06 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Introducing another one of our wonderful JAMS-Brisbane Committee Member 😎 😁

Social Media Officer- Laima Hareer 😊 🔬 🦠 🧫 🧪

30.10.2025 00:01 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

📅 Thursday, 6 November 2025
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 TRI Auditorium, Woolloongabba, QLD
🍕 Free food and drinks included!
🔗 Register via the QR code on the poster.

Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and get inspired about where your science can take you! ✨😊 🔬 🦠 🧫 🧪

27.10.2025 00:29 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Hear from:
👩‍🔬 Professor Michelle Hill – Founder & CEO, Proseek Bio Pty Ltd
🧫 Sukhmeet Kalley – Chief Scientist, Public Health Microbiology
🔬 Dr. Peter A. Kambouris – Director of Business Development & Commercial, CSIRO.

27.10.2025 00:29 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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🚀 Thinking about life beyond academia?
Join BrisJAMS and Australian Society of Microbiology Qld Branch, this November for an inspiring evening of stories, insights, and real-world advice from scientists who’ve successfully built careers outside the academic path!🌟
6 November 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

27.10.2025 00:28 👍 3 🔁 3 💬 3 📌 1
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Introducing another one of our wonderful JAMS-Brisbane Committee Member 😎 😁

Secretary- Holly Floyd 😊 🔬 🦠 🧫 🧪

20.10.2025 01:12 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Introducing another one of our wonderful JAMS-Brisbane Committee Member 😎 😁

Events Manager- Jing Jie Teh 😊 🔬 🦠 🧫 🧪

13.10.2025 00:09 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Introducing another one of our wonderful JAMS-Brisbane Committee Member 😎 😁

Treasurer- @jamesvolmer.bsky.social 😊 🔬 🦠 🧫 🧪

22.09.2025 03:28 👍 5 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0