All Editorial articles – Page 252
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NewsUnraveling the secret microbial power within medicinal plants
A new review uncovers how medicinal plants interact with their endophytes at a molecular and metabolic level - and examines the potential of these endophytes for use in therapeutics.
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NewsMassive Caribbean sea urchin die-off caused by unicellular parasite
Scientists have discovered a parasite is behind a severe die-off of long-spined sea urchins across the Caribbean Sea, which has had devastating consequences for coral reefs and surrounding marine ecosystems.
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NewsFirst rapid test for mpox can be tailored for other emerging diseases
The first rapid test for mpox has been developed - the selective molecular sensor can detect the virus within minutes, without the use of any high-end instrumental techniques.
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NewsVesicles produced by intestinal bacteria cause a malignant cycle in patients with cirrhosis
Researchers have revealed that small vesicles, around 100 nm in size, released by intestinal bacteria induce immune activation and progression of liver cirrhosis, as well as reduction of serum albumin level, subsequently leading to oedema and ascites.
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NewsStudy reveals how colourful snow algal blooms on Japanese mountain wax and wane
The findings highlight the influence of mountain vegetation on the colour and occurrence of snow algal blooms and the presence of vulnerable ecosystems.
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NewsNew treatment for multidrug-resistant bacteria blocks toxins involved in infection
A new type of drug could provide a way to treat multidrug-resistant bacteria - rather than targeting the bacteria directly, the drug blocks key toxins involved in the infection process.
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NewsTiny biobattery with 100-year shelf life runs on bacteria
A tiny biobattery that could still work after 100 years has been developed by researchers.
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NewsWARNING - GRAPHIC IMAGES: War in Ukraine fuelling rise in injuries infected with multi-drug resistant bacteria
New research being presented at this year’s ECCMID highlights the devastating impact of war injuries with complex bone and soft-tissue multidrug-resistant infections suffered by 13 civilians and one soldier during the war in Ukraine, who were transferred to Germany for specialist treatment.
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NewsRapid food-contamination test for Salmonella may improve safety, reduce waste and lower costs
Researchers have developed a rapid and inexpensive test for Salmonella contamination in chicken and other food – one that’s easier to use than a home COVID test.
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NewsProtein domain common to plants and animals plays role in COVID-19 infection
Scientists exploring bioenergy plant genetics have made a surprising discovery - a protein domain that could lead to new COVID-19 treatments.
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NewsGum disease may lie at the root of some arthritis flare-ups
New research may help to explain why patients with gum disease are less likely to respond to rheumatoid arthritis treatments.
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NewsPolymer discovery stops bacterial virus contamination
A new discovery by researchers at the University of Warwick could help stop bacteria being contaminated with viruses, reducing disruption and decreasing costs in industry and research.
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NewsMultiple species band together in polymicrobial biofilms to defeat bacterial vaginosis treatments
Scientists will have to rethink their approach to treating bacterial vaginosis due to the presence of a multi-species biofilm that complicates testing.
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NewsTwo fungal strains make meal of hard-to-recycle plastic
Two common strains of fungi have been used to successfully biodegrade polypropylene in a laboratory experiment.
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NewsAI software at least as good as radiologists at detecting TB from chest X-rays
AI software can accurately detect TB from chest X-rays, a study being presented at this year’s ECCMID shows.
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NewsRisk of a measles outbreak in London is significant, say researchers
Doctors in London have been urged to be vigilant for symptoms of measles as researchers warn that the risk of outbreaks in the city is significant.
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NewsWomen, city dwellers and those on higher incomes found to have more antibiotic resistance genes
A genetic study analysing the microbiome of a large nationally representative sample of the Finnish population finds that geographic, demographic, diet, and lifestyle factors are driving the spread of antibiotic resistance in the general population.
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NewsStudy suggests antibiotic-resistant “superbugs” are being passed between dogs and cats and their owners
Evidence that multidrug-resistant bacteria are being passed between pet cats and dogs and their owners will be presented at this year’s European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (ECCMID) in Copenhagen, Denmark (15-18 April).
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NewsLabel-free droplet-based methods improve rapid screening and sorting of bacteria
Researchers have determined how to best screen bacteria by their observable characteristics using a microfluidic system and the autofluorescent properties of bacteria.
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NewsInternational consensus highlights importance of molecular testing for AMR in TB management
A multidisciplinary group of tuberculosis experts from the TBnet and RESIST-TB networks have reached a consensus on key issues related to the molecular prediction of Mycobacterium tuberculosis antibiotic sensitivity or resistance and its clinical implications.