Bacterial & Fungal Infections
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Teenager contracts rare 'welder's anthrax,' marking the ninth known case ever reportedA teenager training to be a welder contracted a rare and dangerous lung infection, prompting a combined state and federal investigation.
By Sophie Berdugo Published
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Viruses that evolved on the space station and were sent back to Earth were more effective at killing bacteriaNear-weightless conditions can mutate genes and alter the physical structures of bacteria and phages, disrupting their normal interactions in ways that could help us treat drug-resistant infections.
By Manuela Callari Published
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This is SPARDA: A self-destruct, self-defense system in bacteria that could be a new biotech toolA bacterial defense system called SPARDA employs kamikaze-like tactics to protect cells and could be useful in future biotechnologies.
By RJ Mackenzie Published
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Cassius the giant crocodile died from sepsis after 40-year-old dormant infection burst from 'abscess,' necropsy revealsCassius was an 18-foot-long saltwater crocodile living in captivity in Marineland Crocodile Park in Australia. He died last year at the age of about 120, and we finally know why.
By Sascha Pare Published
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Scientists invent way to use E. coli to create and dye rainbow-colored fabric in the labScientists have used a novel method to create sustainable, rainbow-colored fibers using bacteria in the lab.
By Mason Wakley Published
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A toddler accidently ate gonorrhea bacteria from a lab dishIn a bizarre medical case published in 1984, a young boy was inadvertently exposed to an STI-causing bacteria in a lab dish.
By Nicoletta Lanese Published
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Mysterious chunks of DNA called 'inocles' could be hiding in your mouthResearchers have discovered giant DNA structures in oral bacteria, and data hint they could influence the function of your immune system.
By Jennifer Zieba Published
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Striking images capture an antibiotic slaying bacteria in real timeScientists have captured images of polymyxins, a type of antibiotic, disrupting and infiltrating the membranes of disease-causing bacteria.
By Skyler Ware Published
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Anthropologists make 'ant yogurt' from centuries-old recipe, serve it as an 'ant-wich' at Michelin-star restaurantResearchers have revealed how adding a handful of live ants to warm milk can create yogurt.
By Kristina Killgrove Published
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