Microbiology

To truly understand the intricacies of pathogenic bacteria, we need to combine “pure” and translational research.

Differences in bacterial diversity in the gut could be used to identify patients with Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal cancer.

A novel protein platform helps neutralize powerful MRSA toxins.

A new method for discovering antibiotics makes use of an unusual source of complex microbial communities: bear saliva.

A drug used to treat MS could be repurposed to treat infections in cystic fibrosis patients

As molecular diagnostic methods evolve, so does our approach to microbial testing…

Rodent models are a useful tool for studying the microbiome – but we need to know their limits

What does analysis of the microbiome literature tell us about priorities and progress in the field?

Clinical use of GC-ion mobility spectrometry has great potential, but major hurdles lie ahead

Diagnosis of familial amyloid polyneuropathy can be both tricky and slow – but a different approach could hold the answer