All American Society for Microbiology articles
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NewsInternational team publishes guideline on how to manage fungal infections caused by Candida
The new global guideline for the diagnosis and treatment of Candida infections establishes new standards for managing fungal infections, which affect millions of people worldwide every year.
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NewsScientists issue call to action underlining importance of microbial solutions to tackle climate crisis
Ahead of COP29, Applied Microbiology International (AMI) has partnered with leading global scientific organisations to issue a unified call to action, spotlighting microbial solutions as pivotal in combating climate change.
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NewsTrials show common cold medication significantly improved symptoms in less than two days
Applied Biological Laboratories will present results of a clinical trial which showed Biovanta significantly improved common cold symptoms including sore throat, cough, runny nose, congestion, chills, and sneezing in less than two days.
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NewsGuidelines issued for better diagnosis and treatment of cryptococcosis
A group of international mycology experts has jointly drafted a guideline for the diagnosis and treatment of cryptococcosis, which aims at improving infection management and thus the survival rate of patients.
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NewsExperiments in infant mice suggest new way to prevent spread of flu in people
A new study in infant mice shows that keeping virus particles from attaching to sialic acids limits more than just the entry of influenza A viral infections, but also hinders their exit (shedding) and transmission from mouse to mouse.
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NewsNew report outlines microbial solutions to mediate methane emissions
A new report highlights recommendations to further the scientific community’s understanding of microbial processes of methane production and consumption to mitigate methane emissions and address climate change.
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NewsPathogen that plagues food processing plants eradicated by blue light
Blue light kills both dried cells and biofilms of the pathogen Listeria monocytogenes, a frequent contaminant of food processing facilities, according to a new study.
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NewsLeading scientists issue ‘gain of function’ recommendations
A workshop of leading scientists has reviewed the benefits and risks of ’gain of function’ research, and proposed a foundation to guide discussions and improve oversight moving forward.
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NewsVirologists call for ‘rational discourse’ on gain of function research
The study of viruses is under renewed scrutiny, say more than 150 experts in a commentary whose authors call on policymakers to recognize the need for more rational discourse around the future of virology, ahead of a meeting of the National Science Advisory Board for Biosecurity .