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In the realm of medical advancements, a universal vaccine that can protect against any pathogen has long been a Holy Grail—and about as elusive as a mythological vessel. But Stanford Medicine ...

A team of Romanian scientists drilled a 25-metre ice core from the Scǎrișoara Cave in search of clues for developing new medicines. The 5,000-year-old ...

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Rivals or allies—how do bacteria and fungi interact in our bodies? Until now, bacteria on our mucous membranes were primarily considered to be antagonists of fungi, as they can inhibit their growth.

By Hugo Francisco de Souza A new study shows that gut microbiome signatures, analyzed through advanced machine learning, can help identify individuals with more severe insulin resistance, offering ...

Bioengineered E. coli bacteria can now produce a group of compounds with anticancer, anti-HIV, antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory activities. The Kobe University achievement is the result of a ...

Antimicrobial resistance is a growing threat to public health, but these cryogenically frozen germs might be more of a help than a hindrance.

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A global atlas mapping two key gut bacteria in infants around the world has uncovered a treasure trove of bacterial strains ...

New research shows that encapsulated probiotics improve memory, while non-encapsulated powder is better for reducing anxiety ...