How others’ genes help shape the microbiome
New research finds that the environment, specifically genetic interactions between social companions, is an essential factor in shaping…
Natural sunscreen found hidden in hot springs bacteria
Algae or cyanobacteria, in a pond. Image by Tim Sandle. Microbiologists from Meijo University, studying cyanobacteria from hot…
Researchers discover how Mycoplasma pneumoniae acquires cholesterol from human hosts
A multidisciplinary team has uncovered a key mechanism that allows the human bacterium Mycoplasma pneumoniae-responsible for atypical pneumonia…
Study reveals how antibiotic resistant bacteria delay chronic wound healing
An international team of scientists, led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), has discovered a new way…
Early Release – Effect of Chloramine Disinfection of Community Water System on Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak, Minnesota, USA, 2024 – Volume 32, Number 1—January 2026 – Emerging Infectious Diseases journal
Disclaimer: Early release articles are not considered as final versions. Any changes will be reflected in the online…
Bacterial metabolite enhances immune checkpoint therapy against lung cancer
UF Health Cancer Institute researchers have discovered a small compound produced naturally by gut bacteria that doubled the response…
Microgravity research in space could help fight drug-resistant superbugs
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Research conducted partly aboard the International Space Station (ISS) suggests…
Genomic analysis reveals diverse, drug-resistant E. coli in diabetic foot infections
New research led by King’s College London, in collaboration with the University of Westminster, has shed light on…
Is there a best time of day to take vitamins?
C-ing is B-elieving — supplements are everywhere these days. Over 100,000 dietary or nutritional supplements are sold in…
A protein found in the GI tract can neutralize many bacteria | MIT News
The mucosal surfaces that line the body are embedded with defensive molecules that help keep microbes from causing…
Study reveals how tuberculosis exploits immune defenses to promote infection
Scientists have made a discovery that helps explain why humans and animals are so susceptible to contracting tuberculosis(TB)…
Key protein in the tuberculosis bacterium helps protect itself from foreign DNA
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), with collaborators from the Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc), have…