Deadly hospital infection may have surprising origin
Deadly hospital infections caused by Clostridioides difficile, or C. diff, may not result from transmission after all, researchers report.
Deadly hospital infections caused by Clostridioides difficile, or C. diff, may not result from transmission after all, researchers report.
A genetically engineered marine microorganism can break down plastic in salt water, researchers report.
Sharks, bacteria, and pool closures combine to threaten swimming. Fun is at stake, say experts, but also public health.
Research finds that antibiotic resistance genes are prevalent in the bacterium Campylobacter jejuni, a leading cause of food borne illness.
New findings point to possible mechanisms behind intestinal conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
Bioengineers have created a platform that lets engineered biosensor bacteria pass safely through the gastrointestinal tract of an animal model.
Bioengineers have created a platform that lets engineered biosensor bacteria pass safely through the gastrointestinal tract of an animal model.
Cases of leprosy are increasing in Florida. Dermatologist Andrea Maderal puts that information into reassuring context.
Growing resistance to antibiotics is renewing interest in phage therapy for conditions like urinary tract infections.
New research shows how an ocean-fertilizing bacterium, Trichodesmium, aggregates without central control.