"Superbugs" with hypervirulence and carbapenem resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae
A new bacterial threat, the carbapenem-resistant hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae (CR-hvKP), is rapidly spreading in clinical environments in China, posing a significant public health challenge. This pathogen is simultaneously multidrug-resistant,.....»»
Nanorobotic system presents new options for targeting fungal infections
Infections caused by fungi, such as Candida albicans, pose a significant global health risk due to their resistance to existing treatments, so much so that the World Health Organization has highlighted this as a priority issue......»»
C. difficile, emerging pathogens, genomics, and antimicrobial resistance
A new study published in OMICS: A Journal of Integrative Biology has identified genes for virulence and antimicrobial resistance in two bacteria that co-occur with C. difficile, suggesting these pathogens as emerging potential threats in planetary h.....»»
"Bioprospecting" technique uncovers viruses that can kill deadly superbugs
In a modern take on the Victorian gold rush, a Monash University-led project is successfully "bioprospecting" for viruses known as phages that can kill deadly superbugs......»»
Gene editing tool could help reduce spread of antimicrobial resistance
A new tool that could help reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance is showing early promise, through exploiting a bacterial immune system as a gene editing tool......»»
Take 20% off a CaliCase waterproof phone pouch and make your iPhone a must-have beach accessory
Although many phones sport some form of water resistance, it's never a good idea to let your iPhone take a swim. Instead, slip your phone into a waterproof case from CaliCase and forget about the fear of your precious device taking a dip.Take 20% off.....»»
A guide through the genome of crops
Plants show enormous variety in traits relevant to breeding, such as plant height, yield and resistance to pests. One of the greatest challenges in modern plant research is to identify the differences in genetic information that are responsible for t.....»»
"Charge density wave" linked to atomic distortions in would-be superconductor
What makes some materials carry current with no resistance? Scientists are trying to unravel the complex characteristics. Harnessing this property, known as superconductivity, could lead to perfectly efficient power lines, ultrafast computers, and a.....»»
Biodegradable nanoscavengers can reverse insulin resistance in liver cells to treat type 2 diabetes
Although diabetes is a common condition, no cure exists yet. Current therapies can manage blood sugar levels, but they do not address insulin resistance. But now, recent research reported in ACS Nano shows that targeting certain highly reactive molec.....»»
High efficiency, salt resistance and high strength desalination achieved with new hydrogel solar evaporator
In the face of increasing global scarcity of freshwater resources, desalination is considered one of the most effective ways to alleviate this problem. However, it does come with a catch—efficient and low-cost evaporation materials are key to achie.....»»
Tank-mixing herbicides may not be enough to avoid herbicide resistance
Eight years ago, University of Illinois and USDA-ARS scientists turned weed control on its head. More and more herbicide resistant weeds were popping up, and the pest plants were getting harder to kill. It was clear farmers could no longer rely on th.....»»
Heat-loving marine bacteria can help detoxify asbestos
Asbestos materials were once widely used in homes, buildings, automobile brakes and many other built materials due to their strength and resistance to heat and fire, as well as to their low electrical conductivity. Unfortunately, asbestos exposure th.....»»
Researchers track antimicrobial resistance in E. coli isolated from swine
The spread of drug-resistant microbes has become a global health concern that threatens our ability to treat infections. The widespread use of antimicrobials in livestock, such as swine farms, exacerbates this problem. Therefore, we need surveillance.....»»
Is the Google Pixel Fold waterproof? Read this before buying
Water resistance is at the top of many people's must-have lists when shopping for a new phone. Here's how well the Pixel Fold fares when taking a dip......»»
Scientists raise concerns about popular COVID disinfectants
The COVID-19 pandemic has boosted the unnecessary use of antimicrobial chemicals linked to health problems, antimicrobial resistance, and environmental harm, warn more than two dozen scientists in Environmental Science & Technology......»»
Scientist uncovers roots of antibiotic resistance
Bacteria naturally adapt to various environmental stimuli and as they mutate, these changes can make them resistant to drugs that would kill or slow their growth......»»
The exciting possibilities of tiny, twisted superconductors
Transporting energy is costly. When a current runs through conductive materials, some of the energy is lost due to resistance as particles within the material interact—just notice the warmth from your phone or laptop. This energy loss presents a hu.....»»
Nitrogen addition and mowing alter drought resistance and recovery of grassland communities
The effects of increased nitrogen input and mowing on the resistance and recovery of temperate grassland experiencing a three-year natural drought (from 2015 to 2017) were investigated based on a five-year field manipulative experiment......»»
How do Candida auris and other fungi develop drug resistance? A microbiologist explains
One of the scariest things you can be told when at a doctor's office is "You have an antimicrobial-resistant infection." That means the bacteria or fungus making you sick can't be easily killed with common antibiotics or antifungals, making treatment.....»»
A Critical New Drug Is Coming—Unless Agriculture Gets There First
Two long-awaited fungus killers are about to roll out. But if one is widely deployed first, it might breed resistance and make the other useless......»»
A potential therapeutic approach for treating colistin-resistant infections
Colistin is a last-resort antibiotic critical for treating multidrug-resistant bacterial infections. Resistance to colistin heralds the emergence of truly pan-resistant infections......»»