Scientists discover protein key to bacteria's survival in extreme environments
Scientists have discovered a protein that enables bacteria to shut down into dormant spores under extreme conditions. The ...
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Etiological Surveillance of Vaginal Discharge and Associated Risk Factors among Young Female Students Presenting to a University Clinic in Ghana ()
Background: In adolescents and young females, abnormal vaginal discharge (AVD) is of prevalent concern. The syndromic therapy ...
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Surface-mediated bacteriophage defense incurs fitness tradeoffs for interbacterial antagonism
Bacteria navigate tradeoffs between phage resistance and interbacterial competition. This study reveals that while LPS ...
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The skin microbiome and cosmetic products - How do they work together?
The commensal bacteria or microbiota on our skin is thought to contribute to host health, protecting the host against a range of infections, including wound healing and anti-cancer properties. In this ...
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Thymidylate Kinase-Targeted Antimicrobial Peptides via Phage Display: A Novel Strategy against Gram-Negative Bacteria
Laboratory of Molecular Nutrition and Immunity, College of Animal Science and Technology, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, People’s Republic of China ...
Food Safety News26d
New outbreak of Salmonella infections reported; other outbreaks ongoing
The Food and Drug Administration is investigating a new outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections of unknown origin. As of Feb. 20 there were 27 confirmed patients, but the FDA is not releasing ...
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Are Runny Egg Yolks Safe to Eat?
When you cook an egg, the heat that solidifies its whites and yolks kills pathogens like salmonella and bird flu. That’s why food safety officials recommend cooking eggs until both parts are firm.