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Herbal residue reshapes gut microbes and lipid metabolism in broilers
A research team found that dietary Radix isatidis herbal residue, a traditional Chinese medicine by-product, may improve growth, mucosal immunity, gut microbiota, and lipid metabolism in broilers.
Creating yeast strains that aren’t picky eaters
Scientists have engineered yeasts that can simultaneously use different sugars in biomass crops.
Epidemiologist discusses Pennsylvania’s first measles deaths in 35 years
Epidemiologist Jennifer Horney highlights the importance of vaccinations after the deaths of two Pennsylvania residents – the first measles deaths in the state in 35 years.
Diet quality linked to upper gastrointestinal cancer, with anxiety and depression playing a mediating role
A new study indicates that poor dietary quality - particularly insufficient intake of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and dairy - is significantly associated with both psychological distress and cancer diagnosis.
Meet the Global Ambassadors: our Q&A with Luay Abu-Qatouseh
The Microbiologist gets to know our Global Ambassador for Jordan, Associate Prof. Dr. Luay Abu-Qatouseh of the Faculty of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences, University of Petra.
Association between gene variants and COVID-19 susceptibility and severity in Jordanians
A new study identifies single-nucleotide polymorphisms in the TMPRSS2 gene as promising genetic biomarkers to stratify Jordanian individuals at high risk of COVID-19 infection.
Herbal residue reshapes gut microbes and lipid metabolism in broilers
A research team found that dietary Radix isatidis herbal residue, a traditional Chinese medicine by-product, may improve growth, mucosal immunity, gut microbiota, and lipid metabolism in broilers.
Diet quality linked to upper gastrointestinal cancer, with anxiety and depression playing a mediating role
A new study indicates that poor dietary quality - particularly insufficient intake of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and dairy - is significantly associated with both psychological distress and cancer diagnosis.
Association between gene variants and COVID-19 susceptibility and severity in Jordanians
A new study identifies single-nucleotide polymorphisms in the TMPRSS2 gene as promising genetic biomarkers to stratify Jordanian individuals at high risk of COVID-19 infection.
Creating yeast strains that aren’t picky eaters
Scientists have engineered yeasts that can simultaneously use different sugars in biomass crops.
Yeast‑derived universal flu vaccine could someday replace yearly injections
Engineered baker’s yeast produces virus-like particles that protect mice against multiple influenza strains.
An oil-accumulating yeast could help make next-generation aviation fuels
New research suggests that bio-based advanced aviation fuels produced by yeast could help meet the demand for domestically produced aviation fuels.
Researchers zap microbe DNA in the name of food safety
A new study investigates eBeam (electron beam) technology, demonstrating its ability to control food pathogens without jeopardising meat quality.
Next-gen mRNA therapeutics get a new delivery vehicle
Researchers have developed a novel way of delivering circular RNA into cells, paving way for long-lasting mRNA-based therapeutics including cancer vaccines and obesity treatments.
MIT engineers connect bacteria to create living transistors
Researchers have engineered bacteria in such a way as to build circuits that can perform complicated calculations.
Epidemiologist discusses Pennsylvania’s first measles deaths in 35 years
Epidemiologist Jennifer Horney highlights the importance of vaccinations after the deaths of two Pennsylvania residents – the first measles deaths in the state in 35 years.
Meet the Global Ambassadors: our Q&A with Luay Abu-Qatouseh
The Microbiologist gets to know our Global Ambassador for Jordan, Associate Prof. Dr. Luay Abu-Qatouseh of the Faculty of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences, University of Petra.
Doctoral student aims to detect insect-borne viruses sooner
A biomedical engineering doctoral student at the University of Nebraska is developing generative foundation models to forecast the emergence of arboviruses before they spill over into humans.