Scientists have developed a promising treatment for sepsis, with clinical trials showing effective results using sodium ascorbate, a vitamin C formulation. The treatment, which has…
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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…
Research from the University of Cambridge has found a strong link between Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in the placenta and increased neonatal unit admissions. This…
A collaborative research effort spearheaded by Nagoya University has uncovered crucial details about the FliG molecule in bacteria’s flagellar motors, offering insights for creating efficient,…
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…
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…
New research on cycads, ancient plants from the Mesozoic Era, reveals that their survival into the modern era can be attributed to a symbiotic relationship…
Microorganisms are crucial in maintaining the sulfur cycle, influencing climate processes. Research has discovered diverse and multifunctional sulfate-reducing microorganisms, capable of simultaneous sulfate reduction and…
Scientists at The University of Toledo have demonstrated that engineered bacteria can reduce blood pressure, paving the way for potential hypertension treatments using the human…
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…
A comprehensive study reveals that 569,000 deaths in the WHO Region of the Americas in 2019 were linked to bacterial antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This alarming…
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…
Sushi and other raw seafood dishes have grown in popularity globally. While generally safe, there are potential health risks associated with bacteria, especially Aeromonas, found…
C. diff (also known as Clostridioides difficile or C. difficile) is a bacterium that causes severe diarrhea and colitis (an inflammation of the colon). Despite…
Researchers have identified how certain harmful bacterial proteins, AvrE/DspE, cause diseases in crops by suppressing plants’ immune systems. Using AI predictions, the team found that…
Researchers have discovered that a combination of honey and vinegar, known historically as oxymel, exhibits significant antibacterial properties against biofilm-protected bacteria, offering a potentially effective…
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…
A study led by Harvard Medical School researchers has discovered how bacteria break through the brain’s protective layers to cause meningitis, a highly fatal disease.…