While the ability to degrade plastics might seem beneficial, it poses a threat to the integrity of medical devices and increases the risk of infections.
Human health
Just a few mutations could bring back the mosquito-borne Western Equine Encephalitis Virus.
How a pesky microbe’s infectiousness comes from exploiting the body’s immune system to gain entry into host cells.
Newborns’ first gut microbes may predict social development at 6 months, revealing early links between microbiome and brain health.
A modified macrolide called mandimycin, uniquely targets fungal cell membranes, offering potent activity against multidrug-resistant fungal pathogens.
Gut protists aid our body’s defence against infections by influencing the immune system of far-reaching organs like the lungs.
A tiny gut microbe that loves eating sugar might help us prevent obesity. Let’s find more about our tiny sugar tooth.
How can nasal bacteria cure infections?
Zika virus attacks the developing brain, causing devastating birth defects and potentially leading to lifelong neurological challenges.
Specific gut microbiota can cause endometriosis and infertility in women
