Soil Yourself September! Nature's Touch

The skin microbiome plays a crucial role in supporting and regulating our immune system. However, increasing urbanization, widespread use of antimicrobial products, and increased consumption of ultra-processed foods could be altering the composition and function of our skin microbiome. Could spending more time in the garden help restore and enrich the diversity of beneficial microbes on our skin? This talk will explore the essential functions of the skin microbiome and highlight why maintaining a diverse community of skin microbes is crucial for overall health. We will also examine how regenerative agriculture fosters healthy, microbially rich soils, resulting in more nutritious food and a thriving gut microbiome. Join me as we explore the fascinating connections between soil, gut, and skin microbiomes, and discover how getting your hands dirty outdoors can have a profound impact on your health and wellbeing.

Join Jacoba for a fascinating talk!

Dr. Jacoba Bromfield is a microbiome scientist with eight years of experience specializing in gut and skin microbiomes, with a particular focus on nutrition and oncology. She earned her PhD from The University of Queensland, where she investigated the role of microbial dysbiosis and bacterially induced inflammation in the progression of non-melanoma skin cancers. With a strong background in scientific leadership and communication, Jacoba is dedicated to advancing microbiome science and translating new discoveries into impactful health solutions. Currently, she serves as the AU/NZ Business Development Lead for Cmbio, where she facilitates collaborations between academics, industry partners, and Cmbio to explore the microbiome's role in health and disease using their advanced multi-omics toolkit. Passionate about sustainability, biodiversity, and all things garden related, Jacoba also implements regenerative farming practices on her hobby farm in Tasmania.