Research – Page 30
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NewsSelf-destructing vaccine offers enhanced protection against tuberculosis in monkeys
A self-destructing vaccine administered intravenously provides additional safety and protection against tuberculosis (TB) in macaque monkeys, suggests new research.
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NewsChimpanzees are genetically adapted to local habitats and infections such as malaria
Chimpanzees bear genetic adaptations that help them thrive in their different forest and savannah habitats, some of which may protect against malaria, according to a study by an international team.
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NewsNew research reveals reasons for antibiotic usage in Indian chicken farming
New research exploring antibiotic use in chicken farming in eastern India reveals how poultry companies play a significant role in influencing the way antibiotics are used during food production compared to chicken farmers.
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NewsBlueberries beware: Powdery mildew spreading across the globe
A new study pinpoints the worldwide spread of a fungus that taints blueberry plants with powdery mildew, a disease that reduces blueberry yield and encourages the use of fungicides to combat disease spread.
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NewsTiny microbe colonies communicate to coordinate their behavior
A new study reveals evidence of electrical signaling and coordinated behavior in choanoflagellates, the closest living relatives of animals. This cell communication offers insights into the early evolution of animal multicellularity and nervous systems.
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NewsScientists uncover key step in how diazotrophs ‘fix’ nitrogen
There are only two ways of fixing nitrogen, one industrial and one biological. To better understand a key component of the biological process, researchers took a multi-pronged approach.
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NewsStudy finds diversity of deadly bacteria different in Saudi Arabia compared with rest of world
The largest epidemiology study ever of multidrug resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in Saudi hospitals reveals a unique health strategy is required for Saudi Arabia.
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NewsElderberry juice shows benefits for weight management, metabolic health
Elderberry juice may be a potent tool for weight management and enhancing metabolic health, according to a recent study.
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NewsFecal transplantation offers new hope for diabetes patients with severe gastrointestinal issues
A newly published study shows that fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) – a method where gut bacteria from healthy donors are transferred to patients – can be a safe and effective treatment for patients with type 1 diabetes and gastroenteropathy.
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NewsBacteria produce molecules that help viruses infect competing bacteria
In a new study, researchers have discovered a new way that bacteria can kill their competitors in complex microbial communities, revealing novel approaches to leverage viruses to kill harmful bacteria.
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NewsClimate change linked with worse HIV prevention and care
Researchers find that climate change and extreme weather events impact HIV prevention and care through numerous pathways, including increased HIV exposure, reduced testing, and worse health outcomes for people living with HIV.
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NewsWhat we eat affects our health — and can alter how our genes function
New research identifies the direct epigenetic effects of two common byproducts of fiber digestion and finds that some of the alterations in gene expression have anti-cancer actions.
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NewsCarrots may help regulate blood sugar and improve gut flora
Current research reveals that carrots may help regulate blood sugar and improve gut flora – a combination that could potentially benefit individuals with type 2 diabetes.
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NewsResearchers probe parvovirus B19-induced myocarditis cases in preschoolers
Recent reports have linked parvovirus B19 to cases of myocarditis in children. A group of researchers decided to report some cases of myocarditis caused by a regional outbreak of parvovirus B19 in preschoolers.
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NewsResearchers undercover how macronucleophagy ensures survival in nitrogen-starved yeast
Scientists sought to shed light on how macronucleophagy ensures the survival of nitrogen-starved S. cerevisiae and revealed that uncontrolled micronucleophagy due to the lack of normal macronucleophagy causes cell death.
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NewsPlant cells gain immune capabilities when it’s time to fight disease
New research reveals how plant cells switch roles to protect themselves against pathogens. When a threat is encountered, the cells enter a specialized immune state and temporarily become PRimary IMmunE Responder (PRIMER) cells.
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NewsAgricultural scientists call for removal of more than 120 ‘phantom agents’ from pathogen regulatory lists
Wiping “phantom agents” from a list of suspected plant pathogens would improve agricultural efficiency and food security by updating regulations on international shipment of pathogen-free plant materials destined for countries where they are needed.
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NewsStudy uncovers previously unknown bacterial mode of resistance against viruses
Researchers have discovered a unique mechanism that protects marine bacteria from viruses that attack them.
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NewsCompound derived from Brazilian plant acts against parasite that causes visceral leishmaniasis
A compound derived from Nectandra leucantha, a tree native to southern Brazil (local names canela-seca or canela-branca), has the potential to be used to treat visceral leishmaniasis, a neglected tropical disease.
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NewsStudy uncovers complex drivers of phytoplankton bloom
A new study investigates three key processes, each triggered by different aspects of the wind field, that drive the upward transport of nutrients to the surface capable of triggering plankton blooms at the equator.