All Editorial articles – Page 122
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NewsVulnerability to different COVID-19 mutations depends on previous infections and vaccination
A person’s immune response to variants of SARS-CoV-2 depends on their previous exposure – and differences in the focus of immune responses will help scientists understand how to optimise vaccines in the future to provide broad protection.
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NewsFinalists in Applied Microbiology International Product of the Year Award 2023 announced
The finalists in the Applied Microbiology International Product of the Year Award 2023 have been announced. The awards promote the research, groups, projects, products and individuals who are shaping the future of applied microbiology.
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NewsAncient fermentation tech turns plant-based cheese into ‘something we want to eat’
In a new research result, scientists demonstrate the potential of fermentation for producing climate-friendly cheeses that people want to eat.
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NewsNasal vaccine could be the new line of defence against Strep A
As Streptococcus A cases continue to be prevalent in Queensland and internationally, a new nasal vaccine could provide long-term protection from the deadly bacteria.
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NewsWastewater surveillance research provides 12-day lead time for RSV season
Researchers using wastewater surveillance over conventional indicators have predicted the start of the annual respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) season 12 days early, providing more lead time for hospital preparedness.
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NewsConcerns raised over powdered infant formula preparation machines
A study has revealed that 85% of the 74 infant formula preparation machines tested by parents in UK homes did not appear to produce water that would be hot enough to kill all harmful bacteria in infant formula, and this could pose a risk to infant health.
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NewsStudy IDs six drugs that can be repurposed for treatment of toxoplasmosis
Brazilian researchers screened 160 compounds known to be effective against SARS-CoV-2 and identified those that also act against the protozoan parasite Toxoplasma gondii.
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NewsCovid-19 protein primes RNA synthesis in human cells
Researchers have shown for the first time that it is the human protein SND1 which works together with the viral protein NSP9 to stimulate the SARS-CoV-2 virus’s genetic replication program in infected cells.
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NewsSingle vaccine shot could thwart eight hospital superbugs
A single dose of an experimental vaccine, administered in mouse models, can provide rapid protection against eight different bacteria and fungi species.
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NewsSugar binding to spike protein is key to coronavirus cell entry
A study uses powerful microscopes and computer simulations to reveal how a tiny sugar molecule binds to a human coronavirus spike and triggers exposure of components that are required to invade the host cell.
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NewsResearchers receive international funding to study spiderwebs as biosensors
The dew-covered spiderweb you see in your yard might soon become a platform to detect airborne viruses, according to Jiangtao Cheng, who hopes to build bio-inspired technology that could serve as an early warning system for pathogens.
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NewsScientists discover alternative base modification for mRNA therapeutics
Researchers have incorporated a newly discovered base, called base Z, into mRNA to create Z-mRNA that has improved translational capacity, decreased cytotoxicity and drastically reduced immunogenicity compared to unmodified mRNA.
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NewsEmerging diseases threatening trees around the world are accelerating
A study analyzing more than 900 new disease reports on 284 tree species in 88 countries found that the number of new disease emergences globally is doubling every ~11 years, with pines accumulating the most new diseases.
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NewsNew recommendation on meningitis vaccines for infants in sub-Saharan Africa
An IDCRC study assessing the meningococcal pentavalent (five in one) vaccine for infants in Africa shows vaccine provides protection against meningococcal meningitis.
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NewsAcid-tolerant yeast engineered to produce valuable organic acid from plants
Researchers have engineered an acid-tolerant yeast to economically produce succinic acid, a key chemical in food, agricultural and pharmaceutical products, savings on money and emissions.
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NewsScientists track the bacteria behind life-threatening sepsis in premature babies
Researchers who teamed up with two Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) have found that transmission of sepsis-causing Staphylococcus strains between babies within NICUs was likely.
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NewsInstitut Pasteur and University of Tokyo to form Planetary Health Innovation Center
The Institut Pasteur and the University of Tokyo have signed a letter of intent (LOI) to establish the Planetary Health Innovation Center (PHIC), marking the first step towards the Institut Pasteur of Japan, a private not-for-profit association.
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NewsWastewater reveals signs of antimicrobial resistance in aged care
A new study analysing wastewater samples from several aged care and retirement homes in Adelaide, has uncovered worrying signs of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in at least one facility.
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NewsDoes COVID-19 or COVID-19 vaccination worsen migraines?
New research indicates that COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination have negligible effects on migraine severity.
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CareersIn search of the perfect seaweed probiotic: Helen opens up on her Summer Placement
Helen Kehoe (22) has made some intriguing findings during her AMI-supported summer placement investigating the potential for bacteria to become biocontrol agents for seaweed aquaculture.
