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Stay informed about the latest news from DOME, where we delve into the world of microbial ecology. From innovative research findings to team achievements, explore how we’re uncovering the secrets of microbial life and its role in our ecosystems.

Who fixes carbon in the dark ocean?

23.09.2025 DOME

A new study led by Barbara Bayer (CeMESS, University of Vienna) discovered that ammonia-oxidizing microorganisms contribute much less to carbon…

28th European Nitrogen Cycle Meeting held at CeMESS

12.09.2025 DOME

The 28th edition of the annual European Nitrogen Cycle Meeting (ENC28) brought together more than 70 participants from institutions in 13 countries at…

Congratulations Dr. Krasenbrink!

11.09.2025 DOME

Julia Krasenbrink successfully defended her PhD thesis entitled "Ecophysiology of sulfoquinovose-metabolizing gut bacteria in humans, mice, and cows"…

Megan Sørensen receives ERC Starting Grant

04.09.2025 DOME

Microbiologist Megan Sørensen has been awarded an ERC Starting Grant, securing significant funding for her upcoming research on the evolution of…

European Nitrogen Cycle Meeting 2025: Registration open

27.08.2025 DOME

We are pleased to announce that the 28th European Nitrogen Cycle Meeting (ENC28) will take place at CeMESS from September 8-11, 2025. The meeting is…

Bacteria that “breathe” rocks and sulfur

27.08.2025 DOME

Microbiologists uncover bacteria that remove toxic sulfide and use iron minerals for growth.

New study: Unusual quinones found in Nitrospira

14.08.2025 DOME

A new study, supported by the FWF-funded Cluster of Excellence “Microbiomes drive Planetary Health” and the Comammox Research Platform of the…

New paper highlights a green-diet-derived sulfur compound as a potential prebiotic

13.08.2025 DOME

The effects of individual dietary compounds on the gut microbiome and human health remain poorly understood. A new study reveals that a sulfosugar…

Congratulations Dr. Zauner!

07.08.2025 DOME

Sarah Zauner successfully defended her PhD thesis entitled "From bivalves to microbes to birds: ecological interactions in a marine symbiosis" on July…