A recent study spanning 20 years in the UK and Norway links antibiotic use to the spread of antibiotic-resistant E. coli, showing that the impact…
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A team of researchers has discovered a method to activate a bacterial defense system, known as CBASS, to self-destruct and prevent the spread of viruses…
Foods such as yogurts, canned vegetables, and packaged breads frequently include preservatives that leverage the antimicrobial properties of substances like lantibiotics, including those similar to…
Researchers from the University of British Columbia have discovered a link between micronutrient deficiencies in early life and changes in gut microbiomes, which may contribute…
An improved understanding of bacterial languages brings us closer to controlling and coordinating the behavior of bacteria. Credit: Ekaterina Osmekhina/Aalto University Scientists tease apart the…
Scientists have developed a novel family of polymers that effectively kills bacteria, including E. coli and MRSA, without causing antibiotic resistance. This breakthrough, involving multidisciplinary…
A new study highlights the risk associated with feeding dogs a raw meat diet, significantly increasing the likelihood of them excreting ciprofloxacin-resistant E. coli. This…
The urgent crisis of antibiotic-resistant superbugs is addressed in groundbreaking research by UMass Amherst and Microbiotix. Their study, focusing on disrupting the Type 3 secretion…
Recent research at the EASD meeting reveals that certain medications, low fasting blood sugar, and cardiovascular conditions significantly increase sudden cardiac arrest risk in type…
University of Oxford researchers have uncovered the evolutionary reasons behind the diverse weaponry of bacteria. Using Pseudomonas aeruginosa, they demonstrated that short-range weapons are effective…
Researchers in Tromsø have discovered a new bacteriocin in a common skin bacterium, named Romsacin, which shows potential in combating antibiotic-resistant bacteria. This discovery could…
A new study finds that hospital disinfectants, including high-concentration bleach, are ineffective against C. diff spores, a leading cause of antibiotic-associated sickness. This discovery, highlighting…
Maynooth University researchers have discovered a novel molecule to fight drug-resistant bacteria, leveraging supramolecular chemistry. The new findings offer a potential new approach to antibiotic…
Australian scientists have pioneered a novel acne treatment using nanoparticles. They encased an antibacterial compound called Narasin in tiny nanoparticles and applied it in gel…
A recent study highlights the potential of genomic surveillance technology in detecting and controlling the spread of ‘superbugs’ or antimicrobial-resistant organisms. Without intervention, deaths due…
Image of A. baumannii cells in the presence of Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus CRL 2244. Credit: Courtesy of María Soledad Ramírez Researchers at Cal State Fullerton have…
Researchers at the University of Oklahoma’s Center for Antibiotic Discovery and Resistance have identified molecules that inhibit bacterial efflux pumps, enhancing antibiotic efficacy. This breakthrough,…
KAUST researchers discovered that stressor combinations in wastewater treatment can influence bacterial gene transfer rates. Their findings suggest microfiltration membranes are more effective than sand…
A University of Sydney study discovered that Australian ant honey possesses unique medicinal properties against bacteria and fungi, affirming its therapeutic use by Indigenous communities.…
Professor John E. Moses has developed a shape-shifting antibiotic using click chemistry, combining vancomycin with bullvalene—a molecule with over a million configurations—to create a more…