All articles by Linda Stewart – Page 110
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NewsScientists exploit shape change to reveal how immune cells sniff out pathogens
Researchers are using an innovative method to watch immune receptors go about their business, based on the fact that cells tend to change their form when they come into contact with a signal molecule.
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NewsResearchers seek out shorter, simpler TB treatments
Scientists are working to develop treatment options for tuberculosis that require fewer pills, shorter treatment periods (ideally 2-3 months), and consist of 3-4 medications that reduce the risk of resistance while minimizing toxicity.
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NewsWinners of Applied Microbiology International Horizon Awards 2024 announced
The winners of the Applied Microbiology International Horizon Awards 2024 have been announced.
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NewsScientists successfully produce microbial plastic to replace PET bottles
A research team has succeeded in developing a microbial strain that efficiently produces pseudoaromatic polyester monomer to replace polyethylene terephthalate (PET) using systems metabolic engineering.
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NewsHIV-to-HIV kidney transplants 'as safe and effective' as organs from donors without HIV
An HIV-to-HIV kidney transplant study finds that HIV-to-HIV kidney transplants is as safe and just as effective as those using organs from donors without HIV.
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NewsLow-frequency magnetic field (LFMF) boosts carotenoid production by Rhodotorula glutinis
Extracting carotenoids from Rhodotorula mucilaginosa offers advantages over plant and animal sources. Researchers reported a low-frequency magnetic field (LFMF) intensity that could improve yield without adversely affecting growth.
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NewsOne genomic test can diagnose nearly any infection
A genomic test to rapidly detect almost any kind of pathogen – virus, bacteria, fungus or parasite – has proved successful after a decade of use.
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NewsNew study links historical redlining to delays in HIV treatment
A new study finds that historical race-based lending practices are still impacting health in the US today, linking these discriminatory policies to delays in effective HIV treatment within affected neighborhoods.
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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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NewsNew GPS system for microorganisms could revolutionise police forensics work
A research team led by Lund University in Sweden has developed an AI tool that traces back the most recent places you have been to. The tool acts like a satellite navigation system, but instead of guiding you to your hotel, it identifies the geographical source of microorganisms. ...
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NewsNew fungal spore calendar helps allergy and asthma sufferers plan for better health
Scientists have developed England’s first comprehensive fungal spore calendar—a valuable new tool designed to help allergy and asthma patients better manage symptoms through seasonal awareness.
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NewsInsect-killing fungi find unexpected harmony in war
Entomologists uncovered a unique relationship between two species of fungi known for their ability to invade, parasitize and kill insects efficiently. The two fungi peacefully cooperate and share their victims.
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NewsInnovative culture method aerates microbes in static liquid medium without shaking
Culturing is a basic yet indispensable method in microbiology research. Microorganisms are often cultured in a liquid medium that provides essential nutrients, and this process is both simple and highly effective. Source: Prof. Motomu Akita from Kindai University Kindai university researchers devise a new method of culturing microorganisms ...
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NewsEpidemiologic features and evidence of new subtypes of Cryptosporidium parvum in diarrheic calves in Egypt
A new study examines the prevalence of Cryptosporidium spp. infections in diarrheic calves reared in different localities in Egypt under different management systems.
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NewsSARS-CoV-2 ‘steals’ our proteins to protect itself from the immune system
Researchers at the Medical University of Vienna and the Medical University of Innsbruck discovered that SARS-CoV-2 hijacks three important host proteins that dampen the activity of the complement system, a key component of early antiviral immunity. This significantly impairs viral clearance which may affect the course of ...
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NewsFaster measurement of response to antibiotic treatment in sepsis patients using Dimeric HNL
The biomarker human neutrophil lipocalin HNL, which was previously shown to be a useful indicator of bacterial infections, may also in the form of Dimeric HNL be used to effectively monitor the success of antibiotic treatment in sepsis.
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NewsScientists predict the spatial-temporal dynamics of soil microbial-derived carbon stocks
Scientists forecasting the spatial-temporal dynamics of microbial-derived carbon stocks revealed that for every 1°C increase in temperature, there was a global decrease of 6.7 Pg in the soil MDC stock within the predictable areas.
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NewsResearcher targets BV, a common infection affecting women
A biomedical professor is targeting one of the most common – and dangerous – infections in women. With the help of a five-uear grant, she will study Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) and, ultimately, offer more effective personalized treatments.
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NewsAcquired immune thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) associated with inactivated COVID-19 vaccine CoronaVac
A new study presents two cases of immune thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura occurring after the administration of the inactivated vaccine CoronaVac from Sinovac Biotech, highlighting the potential association between this type of vaccine and TTP.
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NewsGut dysbiosis and fecal microbiota transplantation in pancreatic cancer: Current status and perspectives
Emerging studies suggest that manipulating the microbiome, including fecal microbiota transplantation, could present novel approaches to screening, diagnosing, and even treating pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.