Gut microbe imbalances could predict a child’s risk for autism, ADHD and speech disorders years before symptoms appear

Imbalances in different species of bacteria in a baby’s gut may provide insights into their neurodevelopment.

Johnny Ludvigsson, Professor Emeritus of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, Linköping University • conversation
Oct. 2, 2024 • ~12 min

The deep sea is a potential gold mine - so long as we don’t mine it

A new database documents 16,000 proteins from deep-sea organisms that could yield new inventions.

Robert Blasiak, Research Fellow in Ocean Management, Stockholm University • conversation
Sept. 27, 2024 • ~6 min

The biological marvels of the seabed are being mined to create commercial products – here are the risks

A new database documents 16,000 proteins from deep-sea organisms that could yield new inventions.

Robert Blasiak, Research Fellow in Ocean Management, Stockholm University • conversation
Sept. 27, 2024 • ~6 min

How a common intestinal bacteria becomes a killer

New research identifies the likely culprit that turns classical Klebsiella pneumoniae into a devastating, drug-resistant killer.

U. Buffalo • futurity
Sept. 23, 2024 • ~7 min

Antibacterial discovery: how scavengers avoid infection and what we can learn from them

You might expect scavengers such as vultures to have a diet high in dangerous bacteria. Our study investigated what defences these animals have to help them stay healthy.

Vijitra Luang-In, Associate Professor of Biotechnology, Mahasarakham University • conversation
Sept. 13, 2024 • ~8 min

Natural supplement can benefit sleep and gut bacteria

Researchers have discovered dual benefits of a naturally occurring supplement on sleep and gut health.

National University of Singapore • futurity
Sept. 9, 2024 • ~6 min

Hospital-acquired infections are rising – here’s how to protect yourself in health care settings

Some of the infections are showing an increased resistance to antibiotics.

Nasia Safdar, Professor of Infectious Disease, University of Wisconsin-Madison • conversation
July 26, 2024 • ~8 min

Artificial sweeteners could take a toll on the environment

"We can't break down sucralose, and a lot of microorganisms can't break it down, either, because it's a really tough molecule..."

U. Florida • futurity
July 9, 2024 • ~5 min

MIT engineers find a way to protect microbes from extreme conditions

By helping microbes withstand industrial processing, the method could make it easier to harness the benefits of microorganisms used as medicines and in agriculture.

Anne Trafton | MIT News • mit
July 5, 2024 • ~8 min

Tips to avoid food poisoning while grilling

With grilling season in full swing, an expert digs into what you need to know about the harmful bacteria that can ruin a summer party.

Michigan State • futurity
July 2, 2024 • ~6 min

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