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Dr. Zeynep Ceren Karahan is a leading voice in microbiology and science communication, whose work underscores the profound, often invisible, role of microbes in sustaining life on Earth. Her most influential contribution, the highly cited 2019 paper "The urgent need for microbiology literacy in society" (184 citations), serves as a clarion call for integrating microbial science into public discourse. In it, she compellingly argues that microbes are not merely pathogens but are foundational to human health, global biogeochemical cycles, and planetary stability. This work has positioned her as a key advocate for bridging the gap between specialized research and societal understanding. Dr. Karahan’s research areas span microbial ecology, public health, and science education, with a focus on how microbial literacy can empower communities to address challenges from antibiotic resistance to climate change. Her impact is measured not only in citations but in her ability to reframe how we perceive the microbial world—transforming it from a source of fear to a cornerstone of life. Through her writing and advocacy, she continues to inspire a new generation of researchers to think holistically about the unseen engines that drive our planet.