IBBS Microbial Corrosion Webinar, 11 February 2026

Join the International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation Society (IBBS) on 11 February 2026 for the first in their series of webinars is on the important topic of microbial corrosion, specifically in the marine environment.

In this webinar, following a brief introduction to the general topic of microbially influenced corrosion (MIC), there will be short presentations from leading Australian experts on key issues related to MIC in a range of different industries including marine, oil and gas and concrete. This will be a great way to get a basic introduction to MIC for newcomers to the topic, while also providing some updates on latest research in the field.

This webinar will be hosted by Professor Scott Wade of Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia.

IBBS Microbial Corrosion Webinar

Date and Time:

Wednesday 11 February 2026

08:00 – 09:30 GMT

Short talks will include:

  • Dr Muhammad Awais Javed – Marine Microbial Corrosion and fouling
  • Dr Silvia J. Salgar Chaparro – MIC in Oil and Gas Industries
  • Assoc. Professor Guangming Jiang – Microbial Corrosion of Concrete

Visit the IBBS website to find out more and to register.