FROM PATHOGENS TO PROGRESS: EXPANDING MICROBIOLOGY AS THE FOUNDATIONAL DISCIPLINE OF HEALTH, INDUSTR

2026-04-22 2026-04-24 2026-04-26 4/28/2026 12:00:00 AM Pharmaceutical Review 14 2026 Mini-review 73 77 2026 ID N-5730-2015 English Taha Nazir environmental microbiology, ecosystem dynamics, bioremediation, microbial ecology, sustainable development Microbiology serves as a foundational discipline that bridges health, industry, environmental science, and ecosystem dynamics. This paper explores the central role of microorganisms in human health, including disease prevention, therapeutics, and biotechnology, while also highlighting their industrial applications in pharmaceuticals, fermentation, and bioengineering. Additionally, microbial activity underpins environmental processes such as nutrient cycling, bioremediation, and ecosystem stability. By examining these diverse impacts, the study underscores how advancing microbiology not only enhances scientific understanding but also drives innovation, sustainable practices, and the overall resilience of natural and human-managed systems.