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Research deepens understanding of interconnection between nervous and immune system

A newly-discovered reflex arc mediates a process which leads to a disruption in the hormones secreted by the adrenal glands which, in turn, results in an increased susceptibility to bacterial infections.

19 Sep 2017

VTT creates new portable device that measures inflammation levels quickly in home environment

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has developed a portable device for measuring inflammation levels quickly in home environment.

19 Sep 2017

Houston Methodist researchers find pathway for treating diseases caused by flesh-eating bacteria

Researchers at Houston Methodist have solved a 100-year-old mystery, providing them a possible key to unlock a pathway for treating diseases caused by flesh-eating bacteria. This is timely news, given the current dangers lurking in the debris and destruction left behind by Hurricane Harvey's floodwaters that destroyed tens of thousands of homes in Texas.

19 Sep 2017

Research shows how bacteria inactivate common drug used to treat cancers

To the reasons that chemotherapy sometimes does not work, we can now add one more: bacteria. In a study published today in Science, researchers describe findings that certain bacteria can be found inside human pancreatic tumors.

18 Sep 2017

Breakthrough research allows scientists to program cells like computers for battling against diseases

Cells can be programmed like a computer to fight cancer, influenza, and other serious conditions - thanks to a breakthrough in synthetic biology by the University of Warwick.

18 Sep 2017

Intestinal bacteria can indicate likeliness of successful weight loss from dieting

Stool samples can indicate whether people can lose weight by following a healthy diet, according to a new study from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark.

18 Sep 2017

Bacteria release membrane-derived vesicles that may have different functions during infection

Bacteria release membrane-derived vesicles (MVs), which are small particles that can transport virulence factors to neighboring bacteria or to the cells of a mammalian host. This special MV-based system for delivering toxic proteins and nucleic acids in a protected manner to the target cells may have different specific functions depending on whether the bacterium acts as an extracellular or intracellular pathogen.

18 Sep 2017

Penn State investigator receives $7.3 million grant for research on cellular protein

A faculty member in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences has received a $7.3 million grant for innovative research on a cellular protein that could be a target for enhancing immune function in response to a variety of diseases and environmental toxins.

15 Sep 2017

Researchers take first steps towards development of biosensor for detection of bacteria

Researchers from UPM have taken the first steps towards the development of a sensor for the detection of bacterial meningitis in real time by combining gravimetric sensors with synthetic antibodies giving, as a result, a sensitive, rapid and affordable method.

15 Sep 2017

Studies reveal link between autism and severe maternal infection during pregnancy

Two studies conducted at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of Massachusetts Medical School indicated that mothers who were affected with severe infections that required hospitalization are at an increased risk of having an autistic child.

15 Sep 2017

Probiotics may become new preventative or therapeutic strategy for IBD-related colon cancer

In an innovative approach to colorectal cancer (CRC) prevention and treatment, scientists are studying ways to replace missing metabolites in patients prone to gut inflammation and CRC.

14 Sep 2017

DNAe announces pipeline of genomic-based tests for everyday workflow of physicians and hospitals

DNAe, the inventor of next generation semiconductor DNA sequencing technology and developer of a new, game-changing test for bloodstream infections, announces that its CBO, Nick McCooke presented an update on its first product, the LiDia bloodstream infections (BSI) test, and outlined DNAe’s pipeline of genomic-based tests at BioCentury’s 24th Annual Newsmakers in the Biotech Industry.

14 Sep 2017

Bacterial News and Research

Research deepens understanding of interconnection between nervous and immune system

VTT creates new portable device that measures inflammation levels quickly in home environment

Houston Methodist researchers find pathway for treating diseases caused by flesh-eating bacteria

Research shows how bacteria inactivate common drug used to treat cancers

Breakthrough research allows scientists to program cells like computers for battling against diseases

Intestinal bacteria can indicate likeliness of successful weight loss from dieting

Bacteria release membrane-derived vesicles that may have different functions during infection

Penn State investigator receives $7.3 million grant for research on cellular protein

Researchers take first steps towards development of biosensor for detection of bacteria

Studies reveal link between autism and severe maternal infection during pregnancy

Probiotics may become new preventative or therapeutic strategy for IBD-related colon cancer

DNAe announces pipeline of genomic-based tests for everyday workflow of physicians and hospitals

New testing regime could speed up diagnosis and treatment of SCID in infants

Researchers develop fluorescent sensors for detecting, tracking GTP levels in living cells

Effectiveness of fiber-rich diet depends on type of bacteria in dieter's intestine, study shows

Fecal samples reveal whether you can lose weight by following dietary recommendations

Campylobacter infection outbreak linked to puppies

UM SOM research identifies four pathogens responsible for majority of diarrheal illnesses

Immune response to parasite varies depending on what time infection occurs, study shows

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