Gene loss drives adaptive evolution of a pandemic pathogen
A study published in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution, led by Chinese researchers, has revealed a surprising…
New Bacteria That Does Not Exist On Earth Found On China’s Space Station » TwistedSifter
Shutterstock Bacteria are everywhere. Some types of bacteria are healthy and even essential for our survival. Others can…
Microbial piracy offers clues to fighting antimicrobial resistance
Researchers have discovered how ‘pirate phages’ hijack other viruses to break into bacteria, sharing new genetic material for…
Hungry Worms Could Help Solve Plastic Pollution
Plastics that support modern life are inexpensive, strong, and versatile, but are difficult to dispose of and have…
Common Food Ingredients, Including Caffeine, Weaken Antibiotics
Everyday substances like caffeine may alter how bacteria respond to antibiotics, according to new research. Scientists found that…
Research reveals molecular details of ME/CFS and long COVID
Patients with chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS) have heightened innate immune responses to bacteria, viruses, and fungi. While…
Select groups of myocardial infarction patients benefit from Helicobacter pylori screening
Not all acute myocardial infarction patients should be offered routine screening for the stomach ulcer bacterium Helicobacter pylori.…
Alzheimer’s research uncovers a new therapeutic pathway for the memory-robbing malady
The gut contains the largest collection of immune cells in the body. New research at the Buck Institute…
Super common OTC meds fueling antibiotic resistance: study
Welcome to Club Meds. More than 4 out of 10 senior citizens take five or more prescription medications…
Probiotics can lower drug-resistant bacteria in preemies: Study | University of Birmingham was part of the study | Inshorts – Inshorts
Probiotics can lower drug-resistant bacteria in preemies: Study | University of Birmingham was part of the study |…
Newly discovered drug class could someday lead to breakthrough treatments for fungal infections
A research team at McMaster University has discovered a new drug class that could someday lead to breakthrough…
Scientists solve decade-long mystery of Pacific sea star epidemic | Spare News
The mystery behind a catastrophic disease that caused the massive die off of billions of sea stars along…