The bacterium Staphylococcus aureus is one of the most common pathogens worldwide, which can cause severe bloodstream infections—also called sepsis or blood poisoning. An estimated 30,000 people ...

Staphylococcus aureus is a foodborne bacterium that can be transmitted through air droplets or aerosol when coughing or sneezing. Some healthy humans carry this bacterium in the nose, in the back ...

This valuable study proposes a novel rapid-entry mechanism of S. aureus that involves the rapid release of calcium from lysosomes. The strength of the paper lies in a very interesting hypothesis; what ...

Think your kitchen is clean? You might be surprised. Uncover the hidden bacteria hotspots that could be putting your health ...

A 20-year-old father of two has reportedly died after a bacterial infection on his lip spread to his brain. On Sunday, Nov.

Scientists have discovered that a familiar bacteria, Staphylococcus aureus, ignites persistent itches by directly triggering ...

Researchers at the World Health Organization have identified 17 pathogens most in need of new or improved vaccines, including threats like HIV, malaria, and influenza.

Researchers have identified two fungal enzymes that hijack the immune system of plants and colonize their root systems.

Researchers have identified two fungal enzymes that hijack the immune system of plants, playing a critical role in the colonization of plant roots. These findings open new avenues for interventions in ...

In nature, plant roots are always colonized by fungi. This interaction can be either mutualistic, benefiting both the plant and the fungus, or ...