As we welcome 2025, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all collaborators who made 2024 such a productive and inspiring year. Special thanks to Belinda Loh (Fraunhofer IZI), Eduardo Guzmán (CIBNOR, Mexico), Xiaoting Hua (Zhejiang University), and Prasanth Manohar (Center for Phage Technology, Texas). Our joint efforts have advanced research on phage therapy and antimicrobial resistance, resulting in impactful publications and new funding opportunities. I am deeply grateful for your dedication and look forward to another year of exciting collaborations. Here’s to a successful and innovative 2025 together!