Expanding ISME communications to taxonomy and nomenclature

Abstract

Research in microbial ecology is often accompanied by the classification and naming of new taxa, typically included as part of the results section of an ecological study. Bold and beautiful, Latin names are more than labels—they are essential tools for scientific communication. Nested within a hierarchical system, they populate public databases and enable researchers to search for organisms, retrieve associated sequences and metadata, and explore related taxa across various taxonomic levels. In recognition of the vital role that naming and classification play in ecological studies, ISME Communications is proud to introduce Taxonomy and Nomenclature as part of its scope.