Ancient unicellular organism offers clues to animal origins
A recent study by Ruibao Li and Jennah Dharamshi published in Nature may help us understand the beginnings…
New antibiotic from soil bacteria targets drug-resistant superbugs
Scientists at the University of Illinois Chicago have discovered a new antibiotic that may be a bulwark in the fight…
Gladstone receives NIAID grant to establish the Center for PhAIge Therapy
When a bacterial infection stops responding to antibiotics, doctors have few options to treat it. Phages-viruses that naturally…
Tick protein discovery could help prevent disease transmission
Few creatures inspire as much universal dislike as ticks. Though small, these parasites have an enormous impact on…
New TriPcide compounds show promise against antibiotic-resistant bacteria
In a new study, researchers show how so‑called TriPcides can target the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, including antibiotic‑resistant strains…
One of the World’s Most Popular Weedkillers May Be Fueling Deadly Superbugs
Glyphosate weedkillers may help drive the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria across hospitals and agricultural environments, according to new…
Chemistry in Pictures: Glowing gassy gut microbes
Although they may look like fancy tulips, the high-resolution 3D fluorescence images above actually show two different…
‘Ozempic breath’ has GLP-1 users snapping up gum and mints
Eau, eau, eau, Eau-zempic! You’ve heard of “Ozempic butt,” “Ozempic fingers,” “Ozempic mouth” and “Ozempic teeth” — now,…
ADM research highlights microbial benefits for psychological symptoms
The researchers were interested in populations with subclinical psychological symptoms, such as low mood and mild stress, that…
Technique will turbocharge new medicines to combat antimicrobial resistance
Scientists at the University of Leicester have developed a new technique that will turbocharge the use of phages…
Molecular gatekeepers in bacteria prevent the spread of antibiotic resistance
A new study finds that bacteria can actively block the transfer of beneficial genes to neighboring cells, using…
Brain-Gut Health Initiative supports AI-assisted diagnosis of psychiatric disorders
Psychiatric disorders affect millions worldwide, but their diagnosis still relies on clinical observation instead of standard biological tests.…