Infectious Diseases – News and Features

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Organoids, Beyond the Hype
The HUMANOID Center at UC San Diego is pioneering organoid research aimed at improving the reliability and reproducibility of these models, ultimately increasing drug testing accuracy and revolutionizing biomedical science.

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Cystic Fibrosis Alters the Immune System From Childhood
A study led by TUM researchers finds that cystic fibrosis alters immune cells early in life, likely before birth. These immature immune cells fail to fight infections, fueling persistent inflammation and lung damage.

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Turmeric Could Be the Secret Ingredient to Warding Off Superbugs
Texas A&M researchers have demonstrated that curcumin, when activated by light, can weaken antibiotic-resistant bacteria, making conventional antibiotics effective again. This photodynamic inactivation method disrupts bacterial resistance mechanisms.

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Vaccine Induces Antibodies in Mice Exposed to Wastewater Salmonella
In a step toward combatting Salmonella infections, researchers have identified a potential vaccine.

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10% of Women Have Unclassified Vaginal Microbiomes
Researchers found that over 10% of women’s vaginal microbiomes do not fit existing classifications, highlighting gaps in research. The study calls for more diverse, global participation to improve understanding.

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Insights Into the Cause of Painful UTI Symptoms Offers Hope for Improved Treatments
Relief could be on the way for UTI sufferers dealing with debilitating pain, as new insights into the cause of pain offer hope for improved treatments.

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Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise for Advanced Kidney Cancer
A phase 1 trial of a personalized cancer vaccine for stage III/IV clear cell renal cell carcinoma showed promising results. The vaccine trained patients’ immune systems to target cancer cells, preventing recurrence.

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Some Fruit Fly Species Are More Susceptible to Viruses Than Others
University of Exeter researchers tested 35 fruit fly species against 11 viruses, finding some flies highly susceptible to diverse infections. The study suggests resistance to one virus often extends to others, helping predict viral host shifts.

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Why Antibiotics Fail Against Salmonella Infections
Researchers found that nutrient starvation, not persister cells, helps Salmonella survive antibiotic treatments. Using real-time tracking, they demonstrated that nearly all Salmonella in infected tissues resist antibiotics due to slow growth.

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Student Creates First Scientific Scale for “Dangerous” Animals
What’s the world’s most dangerous animal? That’s a question asked by many people; very few seem to specify what they mean by “dangerous”. A new rating system – the Crespo scale – could help to change this.
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