New Research Links Irritable Bowel Syndrome to Reduced Bacterial Diversity
According to a team of Korean researchers, individuals with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) have a decreased diversity of bacteria in their intestines compared to healthy…
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Study Finds Temperature-Stable Tuberculosis (TB) Vaccine Safe and Effective
A clinical trial testing a freeze-dried, temperature-stable experimental tuberculosis (TB) vaccine in healthy adults found that it was safe and stimulated both antibodies and responses…
Dementia Breakthrough: Three Intestinal Bacteria Found in Dementia With Lewy Bodies Identified
Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) is a common form of dementia that currently has no cure. Previous research has suggested that the gut microbiome, or…
A New Connection: Gut Bacteria May Play a Role in Diabetes
An ongoing study led by Cedars-Sinai has demonstrated that certain gut bacteria may increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes while others may provide protection…
Gut Bugs: The Microbes Responsible for Controlling Your Body’s Temperature
A recent study has uncovered the importance of the microbiome in controlling body temperature. Normal body temperature can vary from individual to individual. However, despite…
An Unexpected Murderer – “Friend or Foe” Bacteria Kill Their Algal Hosts When Coexisting Is No Longer Beneficial
A new study sheds light on the chemical processes that trigger marine bacteria to transition from coexisting with an algal host to a sudden killer….
Deadly Waves: Plague Bacteria Was Reintroduced Into the Population Again and Again
Researchers Document Evolution of Plague Over Hundreds of Years in Medieval Denmark Longitudinal study reveals Yersinia pestis, the bacteria that causes plague, was reintroduced into…
Plague Trackers: Uncovering the Elusive Origins of the Black Death
The researchers analyzed over 600 genome sequences of Yersinia pestis, the bacterium responsible for causing the plague. In an effort to gain deeper insight into…
Unintended Consequences: Medical Interventions Can Awaken Dormant, Hidden Bacteria
Infections in hospitalized patients may originate from their own bacteria. Hospitals implement strict hygiene and sanitation protocols to shield vulnerable patients with serious illnesses from…
A New Potential Method To Treat Superbug Infections
New study shows how DNA components can enhance penicillin-type antibiotics to combat MRSA. Scientists at the University of Galway have uncovered a way to enhance…
Antibiotic Breakthrough: The Power of a Plant-Derived Toxin
A powerful plant-derived toxin with a unique way of killing harmful bacteria has been identified as one of the most promising new antibiotics in decades….
Nanowire Made by Bacteria Provides Important Clues to Combating Climate Change
An ultra-stable protein nanowire made by bacteria provides clues to combating climate change. Rapid global warming poses a severe and immediate threat to life on…
“Harmless” Bacteria Species Developing Alarming Number of Potentially Harmful Characteristics
Listeria monocytogenes, a deadly bacteria commonly found in the food processing industry, poses a significant threat to human health. Not only can it cause severe…
Scientists Discover Species of Gut Microbes That Can Boost the Motivation To Exercise
Researchers have discovered a gut-to-brain pathway in mice that increases exercise performance. According to a study published in Nature, led by researchers at the Perelman…
Research Shows Gut Bacteria Affect Brain Health – Reveals New Approach to Treating Alzheimer’s Disease
Findings from research on mice suggest a new approach to treating Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases. A growing pile of evidence indicates that the tens…
New Research: Vaccines Could Prevent Childhood Malnutrition and Stunting
Vaccination in mice has been shown to protect against gut damage caused by toxins produced by bacteria that cause diarrhea. Diarrhea was a major cause…
Mucus Molecules Could Prevent Cholera
Utilizing these protective molecules could potentially provide a new approach to managing the illness, which is transmitted through contaminated water. Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute…
Hospitals Are at Risk: Smartphone Attacks Could Release Deadly Microbes
According to the study, hospital and laboratory biocontainment facilities are vulnerable to terrorist attacks. A team of researchers at the University of California, Irvine has…