Harvard startup creating a new class of antibiotics - Harvard GazetteKinvard Bio aims to tackle antibiotic resistance by developing a new class of antibiotics to treat infections effectively.
A Fix for Antibiotic Resistance Could Be Hiding in The PastPhage therapy demonstrates potential as a solution to antibiotic resistance in bacterial infections.
Superbacteria's double defense against antibiotics is discoveredSuperbugs like MRSA pose significant global health risks due to rising antibiotic resistance, leading to over a million deaths annually.
Pathogenic microbes blown vast distances by winds, scientists discoverMicrobes may travel long distances on high-level winds, highlighting the risk of antibiotic resistance spreading across regions.
Gonorrhea resistance to antibiotics is increasing DW 06/10/2024Abstaining from sex is the only way to completely avoid STIs, as antibiotics are becoming increasingly ineffective against infections like gonorrhea.
Antibiotic resistance threatens to kill 208 million people in 25 yearsAntibiotic resistance poses a serious threat to public health, potentially killing hundreds of millions over the coming decades.
Harvard startup creating a new class of antibiotics - Harvard GazetteKinvard Bio aims to tackle antibiotic resistance by developing a new class of antibiotics to treat infections effectively.
A Fix for Antibiotic Resistance Could Be Hiding in The PastPhage therapy demonstrates potential as a solution to antibiotic resistance in bacterial infections.
Superbacteria's double defense against antibiotics is discoveredSuperbugs like MRSA pose significant global health risks due to rising antibiotic resistance, leading to over a million deaths annually.
Pathogenic microbes blown vast distances by winds, scientists discoverMicrobes may travel long distances on high-level winds, highlighting the risk of antibiotic resistance spreading across regions.
Gonorrhea resistance to antibiotics is increasing DW 06/10/2024Abstaining from sex is the only way to completely avoid STIs, as antibiotics are becoming increasingly ineffective against infections like gonorrhea.
Antibiotic resistance threatens to kill 208 million people in 25 yearsAntibiotic resistance poses a serious threat to public health, potentially killing hundreds of millions over the coming decades.
AI cracks superbug problem in two days that took scientists yearsAI can accelerate research significantly, as demonstrated by solving a complex microbiological problem in just two days.The use of AI in scientific research showed promising results, revealing insights that the researchers had not previously considered.
Scientists from UCD work out how MRSA superbug grows and divides despite antibioticsMRSA has evolved a novel division mechanism allowing it to survive in the presence of antibiotics, crucial for developing effective treatments.
AI cracks superbug problem in two days that took scientists yearsAI can accelerate research significantly, as demonstrated by solving a complex microbiological problem in just two days.The use of AI in scientific research showed promising results, revealing insights that the researchers had not previously considered.
Scientists from UCD work out how MRSA superbug grows and divides despite antibioticsMRSA has evolved a novel division mechanism allowing it to survive in the presence of antibiotics, crucial for developing effective treatments.
This antibacterial stainless steel could stop the super-bacteria plagueSurface geometry with nanoscopic needles on steel-copper material kills bacteria without antibiotics or detergents.
Nanoflowers: A Blooming Revolution in Wound Care and Antibiotic Treatment Through Smart Design - Yanko DesignNanoflowers merge technology and design to enhance wound care, improve drug delivery and combat antibiotic resistance.
This antibacterial stainless steel could stop the super-bacteria plagueSurface geometry with nanoscopic needles on steel-copper material kills bacteria without antibiotics or detergents.
Nanoflowers: A Blooming Revolution in Wound Care and Antibiotic Treatment Through Smart Design - Yanko DesignNanoflowers merge technology and design to enhance wound care, improve drug delivery and combat antibiotic resistance.
An army of viruses against superbugs: Science revives phages to combat antibiotic resistancePhage therapy is emerging as a viable treatment against antibiotic-resistant bacteria due to increasing resistance and the need for alternative therapies.
8 most dangerous antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the world DW 11/18/2024Bacterial resistance to antibiotics is a growing global health crisis, particularly impacting low- and middle-income countries.
Novel antibiotics: Regional research is (half) the solution DW 01/15/2025Antibiotic resistance is escalating, necessitating urgent local drug development, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
An army of viruses against superbugs: Science revives phages to combat antibiotic resistancePhage therapy is emerging as a viable treatment against antibiotic-resistant bacteria due to increasing resistance and the need for alternative therapies.
8 most dangerous antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the world DW 11/18/2024Bacterial resistance to antibiotics is a growing global health crisis, particularly impacting low- and middle-income countries.
Novel antibiotics: Regional research is (half) the solution DW 01/15/2025Antibiotic resistance is escalating, necessitating urgent local drug development, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
Seven Stories About Promising Medical DiscoveriesRecent breakthroughs in lupus treatment offer renewed hope for patients.New male contraception methods could reshape women's reproductive health.Systems issues have delayed food-allergy solutions from reaching patients.Phage therapy may provide answers to the growing antibiotic resistance crisis.
Crispr-Enhanced Viruses Are Being Deployed Against UTIsLocus's phage therapy effectively targets and degrades E. coli bacteria, showing promising results in treating urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Identification and genetic dissection of convergent persister cell states - NatureAntibiotic persistence allows bacterial survival under stress, complicating treatment strategies.
HALF of pet dogs are carrying antibiotic-resistant superbugsOver 50% of pet dogs carry antibiotic-resistant E. coli, posing a risk to humansSuperbugs in companion animals can lead to new drug-resistant diseases in people
Crispr-Enhanced Viruses Are Being Deployed Against UTIsLocus's phage therapy effectively targets and degrades E. coli bacteria, showing promising results in treating urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Identification and genetic dissection of convergent persister cell states - NatureAntibiotic persistence allows bacterial survival under stress, complicating treatment strategies.
HALF of pet dogs are carrying antibiotic-resistant superbugsOver 50% of pet dogs carry antibiotic-resistant E. coli, posing a risk to humansSuperbugs in companion animals can lead to new drug-resistant diseases in people
Study Advocates for Alternative Biopsy Approach to Detecting Prostate Cancer - News CenterTransperineal prostate biopsy is a safer, equally effective alternative to the standard transrectal method for detecting prostate cancer.
Some Viruses Prey On Bacteria - Are They the Forgotten Secret To Medical Cures?Phage therapy, once overlooked, is regaining interest in combating antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections.
Hauser Named 2024 Tripartite Prize Awardee - News CenterAlan Hauser, MD, PhD, awarded the 2024 Tripartite Legacy Faculty Prize for excellence in research and education in microbiology and immunology.
Some Viruses Prey On Bacteria - Are They the Forgotten Secret To Medical Cures?Phage therapy, once overlooked, is regaining interest in combating antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections.
Hauser Named 2024 Tripartite Prize Awardee - News CenterAlan Hauser, MD, PhD, awarded the 2024 Tripartite Legacy Faculty Prize for excellence in research and education in microbiology and immunology.
Daily briefing: Crustaceans can 'smell' their way back to their home caveMysids use chemical cues to navigate home waters, demonstrating true homing behavior.39 million deaths from antibiotic resistance are expected by 2050, particularly affecting low-income regions.
When vets are scarce what can farmers do?The integration of digital veterinary technologies could improve animal health management on farms.Farmers need reliable information sources to combat antibiotic misuse and resistance.
Daily briefing: Raising the alarm about the monkeypox virusThe monkeypox outbreak in central Africa has led to Africa's first public health emergency amid concerns it could spread further.
Five ways science is tackling the antibiotic resistance crisisStruggling with a severe infection, Johan Paulsson initiated a $104-million project, DARTS, to combat antibiotic resistance through innovative solutions.
It's happening on the scale of a pandemic': the drug-resistant infections killing African babiesAntibiotic resistance is a growing global health crisis causing a significant number of deaths, especially in developing countries like Ethiopia.
8m Longitude Prize won for tackling superbug riseThe Longitude Prize has been awarded for a rapid infection test to combat superbugs.
New antibiotic buys medicine time in the never-ending fight against superbugsThe fight against superbugs involves delaying antibiotic resistance by using treatments judiciously and investing in prevention measures and new vaccines.
8m Longitude Prize won for tackling superbug riseThe Longitude Prize has been awarded for a rapid infection test to combat superbugs.
New antibiotic buys medicine time in the never-ending fight against superbugsThe fight against superbugs involves delaying antibiotic resistance by using treatments judiciously and investing in prevention measures and new vaccines.
UTIs make life miserable - scientists are finding new ways to tackle themResearchers are exploring non-antibiotic methods to prevent recurrent UTIs, including vaccines and non-antibiotic drugs.
Groundbreaking' UTI vaccine could stop infections for nine yearsOral spray vaccine can prevent recurring UTIs for up to nine years54% of patients remained UTI-free for 9 years after using the vaccine.
UTIs make life miserable - scientists are finding new ways to tackle themResearchers are exploring non-antibiotic methods to prevent recurrent UTIs, including vaccines and non-antibiotic drugs.
Groundbreaking' UTI vaccine could stop infections for nine yearsOral spray vaccine can prevent recurring UTIs for up to nine years54% of patients remained UTI-free for 9 years after using the vaccine.
Warning over 'blinding' dog eye infection that could spread to humansDog owners should be cautious about a drug-resistant bacterial infection that can be transmitted between dogs and humans.
Generative AI develops potential new drugs for antibiotic-resistant bacteriaGenerative artificial intelligence model, SyntheMol, designed novel drugs to combat antibiotic resistance.SyntheMol's innovative approach uses AI to create entirely new molecules for potential drug development.
This 'super gonorrhoea' drug holds a lesson for avoiding microbial armageddonNew antibiotics and antifungal drugs show promise in fighting drug-resistant infectionsNon-profit organizations play a crucial role in developing and bringing new drugs to the market
Generative AI develops potential new drugs for antibiotic-resistant bacteriaGenerative artificial intelligence model, SyntheMol, designed novel drugs to combat antibiotic resistance.SyntheMol's innovative approach uses AI to create entirely new molecules for potential drug development.
This 'super gonorrhoea' drug holds a lesson for avoiding microbial armageddonNew antibiotics and antifungal drugs show promise in fighting drug-resistant infectionsNon-profit organizations play a crucial role in developing and bringing new drugs to the market
AI Used in Largest-Ever Antibiotic Discovery EffortAI is accelerating natural-product antibiotic discovery, yielding one million potential compounds with dozens showing promise against bacteria.
When an antibiotic fails: MIT scientists are using AI to target "sleeper" bacteriaAntibiotic resistance poses a significant global health threat declared by the WHO.Bacteria can become metabolically inert, causing recurring infections post-antibiotic treatment.
AI Used in Largest-Ever Antibiotic Discovery EffortAI is accelerating natural-product antibiotic discovery, yielding one million potential compounds with dozens showing promise against bacteria.
When an antibiotic fails: MIT scientists are using AI to target "sleeper" bacteriaAntibiotic resistance poses a significant global health threat declared by the WHO.Bacteria can become metabolically inert, causing recurring infections post-antibiotic treatment.
Chick-fil-A Modifies Its No Antibiotic' PolicyChick-fil-A shifts antibiotic policy to only use animal antibiotics, not human-use antibiotics.Company cites difficulty in sourcing antibiotic-free chicken as one reason for policy change.
A Daily Pill to Prevent S.T.I.s? It May Work, Scientists Say.A daily dose of a widely used antibiotic can prevent some STIs, offering a potential new solution to the escalating crisis.
Fecal transplant pill replaces antibiotics for serious infections for the first timeStudying intestinal microbiota leads to new infection treatments like MBK-01, using fecal transplants with better results than antibiotics.