Microbiome Virtual International Forum
The mission of the Microbiome Virtual International Forum (MVIF) is to advance the field of microbiome research by providing a more convenient, accessible, and globally inclusive platform for the dissemination of high-quality research and scientific networking.
We are committed to promoting diversity of gender, race/ethnicity, and geography, and to actively engaging and promoting students and early-career researchers and scientists. We facilitate collaborations and knowledge exchange in a free and open-access setting with rigorous scientific and evidence-based standards.
The MVIF Format
We run one event per month, mirrored in two time-zones: Atlantic and Pacific. Learn more about the events structure!
The Committee
MVIF events are brought together by a team of more than 40 volunteers worldwide. Learn more about them here.
Our past events
Missed a previous MVIF event? All of them are freely available online.
The MVIF non-profit
MVIF is a non-profit organization registered in Italy. Official legal name: “Associazione Microbiome Virtual International Forum - APS”. Tax-ID: 94049260220. The Bylaws, Regulations, and financial statements of the MVIF non profit are available on our Transparency page.
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Learn how your organization can support the MVIF mission while gaining visibility and impact in the global microbiome community.
💙 Everyone can support MVIF
MVIF is a free, community-driven initiative dedicated to advancing microbiome research and global collaborations. While MVIF is free to join for everyone, running the forum comes with real costs. Your support can help us stay open, inclusive, and impactful.