The way antibiotics called polymyxins pierce the armour of bacteria has been revealed in stunning detail by high-resolution microscopy, which could help develop new treatments for drug-resistant ...

‌To prevent these food safety issues, Lampe suggests using glass storage containers with tight-fitting lids or wrapping the ...

It is not only antibiotics but also certain viruses—known as bacteriophages—that can kill off pathogenic bacteria. However, ...

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) flags a surge in “nightmare bacteria.” The label, ...

It is well established that gut microbiome composition plays a pivotal role in human health – yet the precise connections are ...

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Fearless bacteria have colonized extreme environments, adapted to vast temperatures and pH fluctuations, and acclimated to ...

Studies have shown that more rainfall, higher humidity, and higher temperatures can drive increases in Legionella bacteria in ...

The Gulf Coast has seen a rise in infections caused by Vibrio vulnificus, a deadly pathogen found in warm saltwater and raw shellfish known for its ability to rapidly infect and destroy skin and ...

While most healthy people have natural defenses that prevent infection, certain situations allow these bacteria to grow out of control and cause harm. The bacteria may lead to inflammation in the ...