The viruses that infect bacteria are the most abundant biological entities on the planet. For example, a recent simple study of 92 showerheads and 36 toothbrushes from American bathrooms found more than ...

Researchers have discovered a new group of bacterial toxins that can kill harmful bacteria and fungi, opening the door to potential new treatments for infections.

Researchers have discovered a new group of bacterial toxins that can kill harmful bacteria and fungi, opening the door to potential new treatments for infections. These toxins, found in over 100,000 microbial ...

Heidi Rehm explores steps to harness quality genomic data to support disease detection and the importance of collaboration in this endeavour

This analysis uncovers gut microbiota variations in PCOS, emphasizing the role of testosterone and regional factors in understanding the disorder's complexity.

Ultra-processed food intake is linked to increased all-cause and cause-specific mortality, particularly in females, with metabolomic signatures highlighting the associated risks. This study provides critical evidence on the health dangers of UPFs.

Ultra-processed food consumption in obese adolescents is linked to insulin resistance and liver disease, stressing the need for improved dietary interventions.

Adhering to the Mediterranean diet reduces the risk of developing a second cardiometabolic disease, especially over shorter follow-up periods, with social class influencing the diet’s impact.

Plants that are close together do everything they can to intercept light. This "shade avoidance" response has been extensively researched. It is therefore even more remarkable that researchers from the ...

A new vaccine provides hope for treating and even preventing the highly contagious and difficult-to-treat Clostridioides difficile infection, more commonly known as C. difficile or C. diff.

Researchers have discovered how a bacteria found in hospitals uses "nano-weapons" to enable their spread, unlocking new clues in the fight against antibiotic-resistant superbugs.

Sapporo: A new study has identified a possible treatment target for immune-related illnesses like multiple sclerosis and asthma. A recent study has shed

Recent research from the University of Helsinki sheds new light on the behavior of the KRAS gene in two of the deadliest cancers—pancreatic and colorectal cancer.

An international study has found that genetic variations in human carbohydrate-active enzymes may affect how people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) respond to a carbohydrate-reduced diet.

Researchers found differences in gut bacteria between children with autism and typically developing children but caution that more research is needed to clarify these associations and their therapeutic potential.