New AI model detects hidden antibiotic resistance genes beyond standard databases
A genomic language model called resLens could help researchers spot antibiotic resistance genes that conventional database-matching tools may…
University of Queensland study unveils new defense against antibiotic resistance
Alternative therapies that aid the body’s immune system to fight bacteria have shown promise in addressing the global…
EFSA gives positive safety opinion on NMN
EFSA considers a daily intake of 300 mg of NMN to be safe for the general population, excluding…
Photodynamic strategies enhance antibacterial performance of titanium orthopedic implants
1. Background The increasing global aging population has led to a steady rise in the demand for titanium…
Antibiotic minocycline shows potential for treating panic disorder symptoms
A study supported by FAPESP shows that small doses of the antibiotic minocycline may help treat panic disorder.…
Woman (82) hospitalised after pharmacist gave her incorrect medication, inquiry told – The Irish Times
A Dublin-based pharmacist supplied an incorrect blister pack of medication to an elderly patient, a Pharmaceutical Society of…
AI-designed peptides break through the outer defenses of MRSA bacteria
A newly-designed AI-powered tool is effective in developing treatments to attack antibiotic-resistant bacteria by breaking down their outer…
Novel bacteriophage offers a promising biocontrol solution against foodborne Salmonella
Researchers from China have identified a novel bacteriophage that offers a highly promising “green” biocontrol solution against foodborne…
Neanderthals may have used a prehistoric glue as a topical antibiotic
Neanderthals had their own version of prehistoric superglue that they used primarily for crafting tools. They made…
Experimental antibiotics disrupt bacterium that causes tuberculosis
Researchers from the University of Sydney and the Centenary Institute have discovered how a promising class of experimental…
Meningococcal B vaccine fails to prevent gonorrhea, trial shows
Contrary to existing evidence from observational studies, the meningococcal B vaccine (4CMenB) has no effect on preventing the…
Top early-life factors driving childhood food allergy
A sweeping analysis of nearly three million children pinpoints which early-life factors most strongly predict food allergy risk,…