All Asia & Oceania articles – Page 44
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NewsThe hidden battle in your gut: How one bacterium outsmarts its rivals
Scientists have undertaken a deep dive into the inner workings of the ‘microbial arms race’ in your gut, revealing an elegant strategy that gut microbes use to stay a step ahead of their neighbors.
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Long ReadsAdvancing microbial research in the North East Indian Himalaya: a pathway to sustainable hill agriculture
While the North East (NE) Indian Himalaya are famous for their stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity, the region faces numerous agricultural challenges that threaten environmental sustainability and food safety.
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NewsVentilation fans can significantly lower the risk of inhaling bacteria particles after toilet flushing
New research finds that unhealthy concentrations of bacteria are released into the air by toilet flushing - but active ventilation with an exhaust fan reduce the risk by 10 times.
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NewsUse of AI-driven science could yield unexpected consequences for the healthcare sector, paper warns
Unexpected consequences may arise if scientific conclusions formed using AI-driven data are applied to the healthcare sectors, a new opinion piece warns.
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NewsStudy reveals how anemonefish avoid stings from their sea anemone hosts - bacteria could be involved
Researchers have made a breakthrough in understanding how anemonefish can live safely among sea anemones without being stung by their venomous tentacles, solving a century-long mystery.
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NewsResearchers shed light on the mechanisms of bacterial flagellar motors
Researchers have determined the structure and mechanisms of the key components in the flagellar motor, which bacteria use to turn their flagella and move.
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NewsResearchers unlock new potential porcine virus treatment
Researchers have identified a novel small molecule for the development of preventative treatment for porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV).
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NewsResearchers review strategies for the modification of vaccinia virus towards a better vaccine vector
A new review delineates the commonly targeted viral genes for attenuation during vaccinia virus (VACV) vector modification and provides an overview of the progress in VACV-vectored vaccine development.
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NewsScientists clarify relationships of earth tongues aka Geoglossomycetes
Researchers studied 34 samples of earth tongues from China, reconstructing the phylogenetic framework of Geoglossomycetes and introducing ten new species.
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NewsScientists uncover phylogeny and species diversity of fungal family Thaxterogaster
A new study utilizes five-locus data from 112 species to propose a relatively complete phylogenetic framework for the genus Thaxterogaster.
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NewsUnravelling the complex role of climate in dengue dynamics
A research recently shows that specific climates of the region could greatly influence the change in disease dynamics of dengue fever and other climate-related infectious diseases, through analyzing the casual relationships between both.
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NewsAfter sexual intercourse, both partners leave traces of their own unique genital microbiome
Researchers have shown that bacterial species are transferred between both individuals during sexual intercourse, and these species can be traced to a sexual partner’s unique genital microbiome, with potential for identifying perpetrators of sexual assault.
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NewsSmart bioprospecting needed to expand the search for climate-friendly microalgae
New research has highlighted microalgae’s capacity as a solution in the fight against climate change, but researchers warn that “smart microalgal bioprospecting” is needed to unlock its full potential.
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NewsGuarding our seafood: innovative strategies against Vibrio parahaemolyticus
Recent research presents a novel approach to managing the risks posed by Vibrio parahaemolyticus, a common yet hazardous foodborne pathogen in seafood, offering a comprehensive framework for monitoring and mitigating health risks.
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NewsScientists isolate ultra small bacterium that parasitizes archaea
Researchers have succeeded in cultivating an ultrasmall bacterial strain parasitizing archaea and classified the strain PMX.108T as new species and genus of Minisyncoccus archaeiphilus.
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NewsA realistic ‘micro-gut’ model reflects the relationship between gut microbes and human diseases
An innovative and more physiologically relevant 3D micro-gut model, known as Gut-Microbiome on a chip (GMoC), provides an in-depth understanding of the complex interactions between the microbial community within the gut microbiome and their impacts on human gut health.
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NewsFrom Spanish flu to today: how immune cells keep up with a changing virus
In a breakthrough for influenza research, scientists have discovered immune cells that can recognise influenza (flu) viruses even as they mutate, raising hopes for a longer-lasting vaccine and a universal protection against future flu pandemics.
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NewsBreakthroughs in TB vaccine and drug development pave way for global health advancements
An international team of researchers unveils groundbreaking progress in TB vaccine development and therapeutic innovations, offering hope to curb the disease’s devastating impact.
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NewsWhy some kids get sicker: The hidden power of nose bacteria
A scoping review unravels how bacterial colonization in the respiratory tract impacts both the severity of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections and long-term respiratory health in children.