All Microbiology articles – Page 2
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NewsComFB protein discovery could help fight antibiotic resistance
Scientists have discovered a new family of bacterial proteins – called ComFB – that regulate both movement and DNA uptake – suggesting potential new methods to combat pathogenic infections.
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NewsGut probiotics could offer relief for sickle cell disease pain
A new study from UT Dallas and the Medical College of Wisconsin links chronic sickle cell disease pain to gut bacteria – identifying Akkermansia muciniphila as a potential target for new probiotic or microbiome-based therapies.
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NewsNanoparticles turn vinegar into powerful antimicrobial treatment
Scientists have supercharged vinegar’s antibacterial properties by adding carbon and cobalt nanoparticles – creating a powerful, non-toxic treatment that could help combat drug-resistant infections and speed up wound healing.
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NewsSoil’s hidden bacteria could hold future antibiotic breakthroughs
Researchers have unlocked the genetic secrets of soil’s hidden bacteria, discovering hundreds of previously unknown genomes and two promising new antibiotics.
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NewsAI designs new antibiotics to take on drug-resistant superbugs
Penn engineers have built an AI model that creates new antibiotics – and early tests show some work as well as existing approved drugs.
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NewsThree powerful antibodies discovered with potential to treat mpox
Researchers at Mount Sinai have identified three antibodies that target mpox and prevent severe disease in vivo. The work positions A35-specific antibodies as candidates for therapeutic development.
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NewsNew AI method maps how tuberculosis drugs destroy bacteria
Scientists at Tufts University have developed an AI tool that demonstrates how tuberculosis drugs kill bacteria – an advancement that could speed-up the discovery of shorter, more effective treatments.
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NewsHijacking Leydig cells: how COVID-19 lowers testosterone
Brazilian researchers have discovered that SARS-CoV-2 targets testosterone-producing cells in the testicles, hijacking cholesterol and lipid metabolism in order to replicate. The findings could lead to new therapies for treating the disease based on drugs that disrupt lipid metabolism.
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NewsHow FtsZ and ZapA proteins drive bacterial cell division
Japanese researchers have discovered how the bacterial proteins FtsZ and ZapA work together to drive cell division – a discovery that could guide the development of new antibacterial treatments.
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NewsDeep-sea sugar EPS3.9 sparks immune attack on tumours
Scientists have isolated a sugar molecule from deep-sea bacteria that triggers pyroptosis - a form of inflammatory cell death - to halt tumour growth - highlighting the potential of marine microbes in drug development.
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NewsDiscovery of hidden survival mechanism in MRSA points to new drug targets
In the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, researchers at Michigan State University (MSU) have made a discovery that could change how we target deadly pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus and its drug-resistant strain - MRSA.
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ArticleSpirulina’s role in shaping the future of preventative biologics
From law to biotech, Brian Finrow's career path has been anything but conventional. As Co-founder and CEO of Lumen Bioscience, he’s steering the company’s innovative approach to drug discovery, focusing on preventative biologics that offer scalable, cost-effective solutions. Find out how Finrow's unique spirulina-based platform is changing the way we ...
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New study reveals how bacteria 'vaccinate' with viral DNA
The discovery from researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine reveals how bacteria use the CRISPR-Cas system to store viral DNA, enhancing their immunity against future infections, and potentially paving the way for new phage-based therapies
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NewsScientists turn superbug MRSA into treatable infection
Researchers have discovered a breakthrough method to silence MRSA's drug resistance, restoring its sensitivity to standard antibiotics and offering new hope in the fight against superbugs.
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NewsBacterial ‘jumping genes’ found to control chromosome ends
Cornell researchers have discovered how transposons, or 'jumping genes,' insert themselves into bacterial chromosome ends, potentially transforming genetic engineering and advancing biotechnology. This breakthrough could reshape antibiotic research and unlock new drug discoveries.
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NewsAntibiotic resistance linked to lack of nutrients, not tough bacteria
New research reveals that nutrient starvation hinders antibiotic effectiveness, challenging previous theories and potentially leading to better treatments.
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NewsUVA’s computer models target antibiotics to combat resistance
Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have developed computer models to create more targeted antibiotics. This approach aims to fight antibiotic resistance by focusing on specific bacteria in different parts of the body, reducing the reliance on broad-spectrum antibiotics.
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NewsThe role of KDR in the survival of HTLV-1-infected T cells
KDR inhibitors could be very impactful for treatment of ATLL and HAM/TSP or prevent disease by lessening the viral load of HTLV-1.
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WhitepapereBook: A Microscopy Guide For Spatial Biology
In this eBook, discover how to better understand tissue landscapes with different microscopy techniques including multiplex imaging.
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NewsSpecialised white blood cells could lead to more preventative treatments
Australian researchers analyse the way specialised white blood cells produce an immune response, which could lead to the development of preventative treatments for cancer and infectious diseases.
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