The clinical burden of carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii has worsened across U.S. hospitals in recent years, according to a study published April 17 in BMC Infectious Diseases.  The ...

In the microscopic battlefield of plant-microbe interactions, plants are constantly fighting off invading bacteria. New research reveals just how clever these bacterial invaders can be.

Micro decisions can have macro consequences. A soft matter physicist reveals how interactions within simple cellular ...

At least two cases of listeria have been linked to ice cream in the Baltimore metro area, prompting health and safety ...

Chronic infections, inflammation, and even gum disease can stem from neglect. Over time, your mouth can become a breeding ...

There are literally millions of medical compounds out there that could cure diseases, help improve treatment and even protect us from some types of bacteria. Scientists have been tapping into nature's ...

A study of bumble bees has uncovered a potential reason for the insects' decline. By studying bumble bee exposure to ...

Research on the gut microbiome has focused mainly on bacteria, but bacteriophages and fungi play critical roles as well, with significant influences on health and disease.

By studying bumblebee exposure to particulate air pollutants scientists at the University of Leicester have determined that ...

Tooth facials, undetectable veneers and stem cell therapy — dentistry is evolving fast as consumers increasingly invest in ...

A comprehensive review explores how gut microbiota diversity and fitness influence Alzheimer’s disease (AD) risk through ...

Antimicrobial proteins in oysters are showing promise as a support system for antibiotics. Here’s everything to know.