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BISMiS Live: a digital platform for global communication among microbial systematists
Kamlesh Jangid1, Wen-Jun Li2, Stephanus Venter3
1Bioenergy Group, and MACS Collection of Microorganisms (MCM), Agharkar Research Institute (ARI), Pune 411004, India.
Abstract:
BISMiS Live, launched on March 20, 2021, emerged as a timely response to the disruption caused by the CoViD-19 pandemic, offering a global virtual platform for discourse in microbial systematics. Spearheaded by the Bergey's International Society for Microbial Systematics (BISMiS), this monthly webinar series hosted renowned experts and engaged thousands of participants across 84 countries. The initiative emphasized inclusivity, scientific depth, and digital accessibility, with sessions archived on YouTube (@BISMiS_) for broader impact. Behind each event lies a dedicated team managing speaker coordination, technical execution, and global outreach. BISMiS Live has grown into an educational resource, integrated into university curricula and inspiring the next generation of microbial taxonomists. With suggestions for future innovation, such as student lightning talks, thematic series, and podcast formats, the platform is poised to evolve further. BISMiS Live stands as a digital bridge connecting systematists worldwide, sustaining knowledge exchange and community through innovation and collaboration.
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