Miriam R. Fernandes is a scientist with a PhD and a Master’s in Microbiology from the University of São Paulo, Brazil, with expertise in infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and the human microbiome. Her work centers on the dissemination of antibiotic resistance genes within a One Health framework, and on how disruptions in microbial communities shape cancer immunotherapy outcomes. Passionate about science communication and public health policy, she is dedicated to advancing microbial research and strengthening global health through evidence-based, interdisciplinary collaboration.