The Brazilian Journal of Microbiology is an international peer reviewed journal that covers a wide-range of research on fundamental and applied aspects of microbiology. Manuscripts should be submitted to one of the following sections: Biotechnology and Industry | Minimum quality requirements Environmental and Biodiversity | Minimum quality requirements (soon) Food Safety and Quality | Minimum quality requirements Medicine and Public Health | Minimum quality requirements Soil and Agriculture | Minimum quality requirements Veterinary and Animal Production | Minimum quality requirements The journal considers for publication original research articles and letters to the editor. Reviews are only considered for publication by invitation or previous enquiry. Short communications can be submitted to specific sections. For more information, check the submission guidelines. Please always check the minimum quality requirements of the area you wish to submit to. Manuscripts not compliant with such requirements should not be submitted as they will be desk rejected. This is the official publication of the Brazilian Microbiology Society.