Dear ÖGMBT member,   Welcome to the October Newsletter. We have packed this issue with cutting-edge research updates from the FEMS Journals, essential resources, and important community news to keep you informed. Most importantly, we encourage you to take the FEMS Survey on the Future of Microbiology in Europe and share with all microbiologists in your professional network. Broad participation will ensure we have a diversity of community perspectives to help us guide how FEMS can support microbiologists with the most pressing challenges and ensure your views are represented at the European level. Tune into the newly released Microbes and Us podcast, where you can hear our award winning researchers discuss the fascinating topic of genetic pathways to aroma: mapping hydrogen sulfide in wine yeast. For those who prefer reading, check out our latest blog posts covering diverse and important areas, including optimizing the production of ethanol in Saccharomyces cerevisiae and a thrilling look at how…