microLife

microLife is a gold Open Access FEMS journal associated with the European Academy of Microbiology (EAM). The journal publishes full-length research articles, short reviews, and commentaries reporting research of the highest standard, novelty, and significance in the field.

microLife covers all aspects of microbiology. All microbes are covered including bacteria, archaea, fungi, protists, parasites, and viruses.

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Latest Issue

Volume 6, 2025

Quick Overview:

Journal Scope: Publishing research, reviews, and commentaries of the highest standard, novelty, and significance in the field of microbiology and related disciplines. All microbes and aspects of microbiology are covered.

Editors-in-Chief: Axel Brakhage, Carmen Buchrieser

Highlights: European Academy Fellow submission route; format-free submission

Open Access? Yes

Review Process: Upon submission, the Editors-in-Chief assess manuscripts for language, scope, and quality. A Fellow of the European Academy for Microbiology (EAM) is then invited to serve as Handling Editor. The Handling Editor obtains two expert reviews, one may be their own, and may invite a third if the study spans multiple disciplines.