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NewsA bacterium capable of predicting the course of a disease
A research team made use of the bacterium’s natural capabilities without altering it genetically. Using plasma samples from patients with COVID-19, they were able to distinguish patients likely to develop a mild form of the disease from those at risk of progressing to a severe form.
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NewsFrench PDO cheeses and milks harbour startling microbial diversity
A study of French PDO dairy products revealed the existence of extremely rich microbial assemblages: 820 bacterial species and 333 mould/yeast species in the cheeses, and 1,230 bacterial species and 1,367 mould/yeast species in the milk sources.
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NewsScientists identify window of opportunity for treatment promoting HIV remission
Starting treatment four weeks after infection with HIV promotes long-term control of the virus following the interruption of treatment after two years of antiretroviral therapy.
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NewsPlankton trawl reveals new viruses related to both giant viruses and herpes viruses
Metagenomic data from Tara Oceans on marine plankton has enabled the discovery of a major group of DNA viruses found abundantly from the equator to the poles: mirusviruses.