”Going Macro on Micro” is a podcast that explores emerging themes and pressing issues in the world of microbiology. From investigating the global challenges of infection control to unveiling the future of diagnostic technologies, ”Going Macro on Micro” provides listeners with thought-provoking insights and actionable takeaways.
Join Dr. Lough and her expert guests as they explore the frontiers of microbiology and tackle the pressing issues that impact us all.
In this final episode of "Going Macro on Micro," host Dr. Julie Ann Lough concludes her engaging discussion with Dr. Andrew Lee and Dr. Stephanie Mitchell. They discuss emerging trends in resistance, particularly concerning fungi and gram-positive bacteria, highlighting the complexities of treatment and the need for innovative monitoring strategies. Together, they stress the necessity for a coordinated approach to tackle antimicrobial resistance, addressing gaps in surveillance and promoting open data sharing. Tune in to learn about the future of infection tracking and the collaborative efforts needed to ensure better health outcomes for all.
Going Macro on Micro is a podcast series supported by Beckman Coulter that explores emerging themes in microbiology. Subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to stay up to date with each new episode as it's released.
Beckman Coulter, 2025-15004
8 Apr 2026
2.5. Bridging Data for Better Health Outcomes
In this episode of "Going Macro on Micro," host Dr. Julie Ann Lough brings together Dr. Andrew Lee and Dr. Stephanie Mitchell to discuss the critical role of surveillance in understanding antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and other pressing global health challenges. They discuss the importance of integrating both clinical and environmental data to form a comprehensive understanding of AMR. The conversation explores real-world examples from Drs. Lee and Mitchell’s work, addressing challenges such as infrastructure gaps and institutional barriers to collaboration among stakeholders. The episode emphasises the need for collaboration, shared data and testing standards, and innovative tools to better track emerging threats in AMR with the goal of helping to protect global public health.
Going Macro on Micro is a podcast series supported by Beckman Coulter that explores emerging themes in microbiology. Subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to stay up to date with each new episode as it's released.
Beckman Coulter, 2025-15004
26 Mar 2026
2.4. Data Is Power
Dr. Julie Ann Lough continues her conversation with Dr. Stephanie Mitchell, exploring Beckman Coulter's tools for monitoring antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and future innovations in the field. Dr. Mitchell discusses how antimicrobial susceptibility testing data can be aggregated into antibiograms to track resistance trends, inform therapy decisions, identify issues in infection control procedures, and potentially halt outbreaks before they spread. Dr. Mitchell shares insights on emerging technologies, including host response diagnostics to guide antibiotic prescribing, whole-genome sequencing for tracking plasmid transmission, and novel antimicrobials like phage therapy. The conversation addresses barriers to collaboration, the challenge of global data inequality in resource-limited regions, and the need for both prevention and treatment solutions. Dr. Mitchell closes with an inspiring message: taking many small steps together in the right direction will create meaningful change in the long term. The episode reinforces that AMR is a global problem requiring coordinated action from every sector, and Beckman Coulter remains committed to this mission daily.
Going Macro on Micro is a podcast series supported by Beckman Coulter that explores emerging themes in microbiology. Subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to stay up to date with each new episode as it's released.
Beckman Coulter, 2025-15004
6 Mar 2026
2.3. Diagnostics in Public Health
Dr. Julie Ann Lough shifts focus inward to discuss Beckman Coulter's commitment to One Health and its tools for addressing antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Joining her is Dr. Stephanie Mitchell, Head of Scientific Affairs at Beckman Coulter Microbiology, who brings a unique perspective from her background as a clinical laboratory director before she transitioned to the industry. Dr. Mitchell highlights the importance of microbial identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing in clinical settings, detailing how these processes inform treatment decisions. They discuss emerging trends in AMR, including rising resistance patterns and factors driving AMR, such as inappropriate antibiotic dosing, empiric treatment practices, and antibiotic use in farm and companion animals. The discussion emphasises the need for diverse stakeholders from clinicians to the pharmaceutical industry to collaborate, reassess treatment regimens, and develop effective diagnostic tools to inform treatment options.
Going Macro on Micro is a podcast series supported by Beckman Coulter that explores emerging themes in microbiology. Subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to stay up to date with each new episode as it's released.
Beckman Coulter, 2025-15004
26 Jan 2026
2.2. Monitoring Health Through Wastewater and Air
In this episode of "Going Macro on Micro," host Dr. Julie Ann Lough continues her conversation with Dr. Andrew Lee from Queen's University Belfast, diving deeper into the details of environmental sampling as a tool for epidemiology. Dr. Lee explains the unique challenges of air sampling compared to water sampling and shares findings from his work, including the detection of SARS-CoV-2 variants in both air and wastewater, which acted as an early warning of outbreaks in nursing homes. The discussion explores the limitations and advantages of wastewater surveillance, emphasising that it's complementary to, not competitive with traditional epidemiological methods. Dr. Lee reveals surprising discoveries, including detecting low-path avian influenza in urban wastewater, demonstrating how environmental monitoring captures both human and animal health.
Going Macro on Micro is a podcast series supported by Beckman Coulter that explores emerging themes in microbiology. Subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to stay up to date with each new episode as it's released.
Beckman Coulter, 2025-15004
18 Dec 2025
2.1. One Health and Environmental Surveillance
Welcome to the second series of "Going Macro on Micro." In our first episode, host Dr. Julie Ann Lough and Dr. Andrew Lee, senior research fellow in microbiology at Queen's University Belfast, discuss the role of environmental epidemiology within the One Health framework. They consider how environmental sampling—particularly wastewater surveillance—can provide early warning signs for emerging zoonotic diseases and the dynamics of antimicrobial resistance. Dr. Lee shares insights from running Northern Ireland's COVID-19 wastewater surveillance program and discusses how climate change is driving the spread of zoonotic diseases into new regions. Learn how the health of humans, animals, and the environment are interconnected.
Going Macro on Micro is a podcast series supported by Beckman Coulter that explores emerging themes in microbiology. Subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to stay up to date with each new episode as it's released.
Beckman Coulter, 2025-15004
16 Dec 2024
6. Integrated Solutions for a Healthier Tomorrow
Dr. Julie Ann Lough and experts Dr. Elaine Cloutman-Green and Dr. Simon Doherty discuss the essential components of a One Health-informed infection control framework for a healthier, more resilient future.
8 Dec 2024
5. Lessons from the Pandemic: Towards a More Equitable and Resilient One Health Approach
Dr. Julie Ann Lough explores the future of One Health with experts Dr. Elaine Cloutman-Green and Dr. Simon Doherty, highlighting key pandemic lessons on preparedness and global health inequities.
26 Nov 2024
4. Finding the Balance in One Health Priorities
Dr. Julie Ann Lough discusses finding a balance between environmental sustainability and infection control with experts Dr. Elaine Cloutman-Green and Dr. Simon Doherty, highlighting the need for nuanced solutions that address both concerns.
11 Nov 2024
3. One Health in Practice: Navigating Institutional and Cultural Challenges
In this episode of "Going Macro on Micro," our experts, Dr. Elaine Cloutman-Green, and Dr. Simon Doherty, together with our host Dr. Julie Ann Lough continue their exploration of the One Health approach, focusing on the challenges of getting stakeholders on
board and breaking down institutional and cultural barriers to foster collaboration across disciplines. This episode highlights the potential for One Health to disrupt and transform the traditional models of healthcare, with the patient and the environment at the center, rather than the medical professionals. The guests emphasize the importance of embracing this change and working together to achieve the goals of One Health for the benefit of all.
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Going Macro on Micro podcast (2024-13459) is sponsored by Beckman Coulter. 2024 Beckman Coulter, Inc. All rights reserved. Beckman Coulter, the stylized logo, and the Beckman Coulter product and service marks mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Beckman Coulter, Inc. in the United States and other countries. For Beckman Coulter’s worldwide office locations and phone numbers, please visit www.beckmancoulter.com/contact or email: MicroScanEU@beckman.com
28 Oct 2024
2. Aligning Infection Control with the One Health Approach
In this episode of "Going Macro on Micro," Dr. Julie Ann Lough, Dr. Elaine Cloutman-Green, and Dr. Simon Doherty explore the role of infection control in achieving the goals of the One Health approach. The experts discuss how the transmission routes of pathogens, whether in human or animal settings, need to inform proportionate and nuanced infection control measures. The episode highlights the interconnectedness of infection control and the One Health approach, where specialists from various disciplines must work together to develop holistic and adaptable strategies to protect the health of people, animals, and the environment.
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Going Macro on Micro podcast (2024-13459) is sponsored by Beckman Coulter. 2024 Beckman Coulter, Inc. All rights reserved. Beckman Coulter, the stylized logo, and the Beckman Coulter product and service marks mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Beckman Coulter, Inc. in the United States and other countries. For Beckman Coulter’s worldwide office locations and phone numbers, please visit www.beckmancoulter.com/contact or email: MicroScanEU@beckman.com
14 Oct 2024
1. One Health, One Team
This episode of "Going Macro on Micro" explores the core principles of the One Health approach and why it is crucial for addressing health issues like zoonotic diseases and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The host, Dr. Julie Ann Lough, and our experts, Dr. Elaine Cloutman-Green and Dr. Simon Doherty, discuss the importance of breaking down the traditional silos between human health, animal health, and environmental health specialists to deliver effective solutions. The conversation also explores the bidirectional nature of zoonotic diseases, where pathogens can be transmitted from animals to humans and vice versa. The experts provide concrete examples of how this interconnectedness manifests, including the risks of hospital-acquired infections in both human and veterinary settings, as well as the challenges of safely incorporating therapy animals into clinical environments. 2024-13527
Going Macro on Micro podcast (2024-13459) is sponsored by Beckman Coulter. 2024 Beckman Coulter, Inc. All rights reserved. Beckman Coulter, the stylized logo, and the Beckman Coulter product and service marks mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Beckman Coulter, Inc. in the United States and other countries. For Beckman Coulter’s worldwide office locations and phone numbers, please visit www.beckmancoulter.com/contact or email: MicroScanEU@beckman.com
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