Research – Page 147
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NewsScientists harness plant viruses to deliver genome editing reagents in diverse plant species
The use of viral vectors to deliver genome editing components offers potential solutions to many current technical bottlenecks involved in genome editing in plants.
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NewsScientists make strides in microbiome-based cancer therapies by iron deprivation at the tumor microenvironment
Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against cancer, exploring a dietary-derived bacterial strain, IMB001, that induces ’nutritional immunity’ to boost anti-tumor responses.
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NewsBreakthrough research identifies mechanism behind drug resistance in malaria parasite
A new study has found that a cellular process called transfer Ribonucleic acid (tRNA) modification influences the malaria parasite’s ability to develop resistance to Artemisinin-based combination therapies.
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NewsAI reveals critical gaps in global Antimicrobial Resistance research
Researchers developed global maps showcasing regional, methodological, and sectoral AMR research activities, confirming a lack of interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in low-income countries, where the burden of increasing AMR is most acute.
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NewsResearchers may have come up with second chance for antibiotic agent
A new study focuses on the protein peptide deformylase (PDF), which is involved in protein maturation processes in bacterial cells. While the original drug candidate had to be discarded, modification of the molecule could offer a second chance.
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NewsAdvances in priming B cell immunity against HIV pave the way to future HIV vaccines, new studies show
Scientists have made several advances in the design of a class of HIV vaccines that could offer broad protection against the virus, according to four new research papers published this week.
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NewsRegenerating worms have genetic control over their algal partners
Researchers have found that when Convolutriloba longifissura, a species of acoel that hosts the symbiotic algae Tetraselmis, regenerates, a genetic factor that takes part in the acoel regeneration also controls how the algae inside of them reacts.
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News5S-Heudelotinone alleviates experimental colitis by shaping the immune system and enhancing the intestinal barrier
A new study discusses how 5S-Heudelotinone alleviates experimental colitis by shaping the immune system and enhancing the intestinal barrier in a gut microbiota-dependent manner.
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NewsResearchers conduct first-ever study to characterize microbiota in saliva of weaned piglets on commercial farms in Brazil
The results show that oral fluid bacteria differ from fecal and environmental bacteria. Identification of these microorganisms can help diagnose infectious diseases and improve pork production.
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NewsStudy provides new insights into phage therapy design
Results from a new study are providing new insights into the therapeutic potential of bacteriophage (phage) therapy for treating diseases like cystic fibrosis (CF).
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NewsScientists figure out how to maximise beneficial compounds in blueberry wine
Researchers examined fermentation’s effects on the bioactive compounds and antioxidant activity in blueberry wine. The results suggest blueberry wine maintains some of the fruit’s nutrients and the team identified ways to optimize components in this superfood tipple.
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News H5N1 virus from 2022 mink outbreak capable of inefficient airborne transmission
New research reveals that a member of the H5N1 family of influenza viruses evolved very limited ability to transmit via respiratory droplets.
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NewsFrom roots to resilience: investigating the vital role of microbes in coastal plant health
Scientists investigated the relationship between the cordgrass Spartina alterniflora and the microbial communities that inhabit their roots, identifying the bacteria and their roles.
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NewsMore efficient bioethanol production might be possible using persimmon tannin to help yeast thrive
Naturally derived antioxidants improve growth of yeast strain in presence of ethanol, a new study shows.
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NewsStudy paves the way for an active agent against hepatitis E
Tests in cell culture with human liver cells showed that the compound K11777 prevents infection with hepatitis E viruses.
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NewsHPV vaccine prevents most cervical cancer cases in more deprived groups, major study shows
The human papillomavirus, or HPV, vaccine is cutting cases of cervical cancer right across the socio-economic spectrum, with most cases being prevented in more deprived groups, according to a major study funded by Cancer Research UK. Source: NIAID Colorized electron micrograph of HPV virus particles harvested and ...
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NewsWearing face masks did not reduce risk of COVID infection after first Omicron wave, research shows
A study has found that wearing face masks did not lower the risk of Covid infection following the initial surge of the Omicron variant. Overseas travel was not associated with increased risk prior to February 2022, but then became a significant risk.
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NewsAvian flu detected in New York City wild birds
A small number of New York City wild birds carry highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, suggesting the interface between animals and humans that may give rise to zoonotic infections is not limited to rural environments and commercial poultry operations, but extends into urban centers.
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NewsVirus that causes COVID-19 can penetrate blood-retinal-barrier and could damage vision
Using a humanized mouse model, researchers have discovered the virus that causes COVID-19 can breach the protective blood-retinal barrier with potential long-term consequences in the eye.
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NewsStudy reveals how dopamine inhibits the expression of hepatitis B virus surface and e antigens
A new study finds that dopamine inhibits the expression of hepatitis B virus surface and e antigens - HBsAg and HBeAg - by activating the JAK/STAT pathway and upregulating ISG15 expression.