Bacteria

Gut feeling: Hebrew University shows how your body’s stem cells fight Salmonella - study

“Our findings show that intestinal stem cells are not only responsible for tissue regeneration, but also the early defense against bacterial infection,” explained study supervisor Dr. Matan Hofree.

Stem cells are viewed on a computer screen at the University of Connecticut`s (UConn) Stem Cell Institute at the UConn Health Center on August 27, 2010 in Farmington, Connecticut.
 Fluorescence microscopy images of Bacillus subtilis spores harboring GFP or Scarlet fusion to a DNA packaging protein (SspA)

Microbes coordinate activity to reduce competition, Israeli researchers discover

 View of the Assuta Medical Center in Ashdod.

Four-week-old infant in Ashdod died of respiratory failure, Health Ministry says

Baby formula

Teva Israel, Health Ministry issue recall for Nutrilon Phase 1, Nutrilon AR baby formula


Study: Kissing may spread depression and anxiety via bacteria between spouses

Researchers detected significant increases in symptoms of depression and anxiety in originally healthy spouses.

 Study: Kissing may spread depression and anxiety via bacteria between spouses. Illustration.

Study: Healthcare uniforms washed at home may spread superbugs

Healthcare workers washing uniforms at home may contribute to spread of hospital-acquired infections.

 Study: Healthcare uniforms washed at home may spread superbugs.

New research reveals hidden ‘control center’ which could help in fight against bacterial infections

This finding opens the door to broader research into how many different pathogens regulate their harmful activities.

 The spherical black objects are pathogenic bacteria, and the green dot within them represents a control hub containing multiple RNA molecules originated from virulence genes and a high concentration of CsrA that “decides” whether or not to express these genes.

Experts warn: Replace your kitchen sponge weekly to avoid hidden germs

Researchers found 362 bacterial species in sponges, including potential pathogens.

 Experts warn: Replace your kitchen sponge weekly to avoid hidden germs. Illustration.

How microtubules in Asgard archaea shaped evolution

In 2015, researchers examining deep-sea sediments near the underwater volcano Loki discovered gene fragments indicating a new and previously undiscovered form of microbes.

 Loki's Castle vent chimney.

Which living things survive microwaves? A study finds 747 bacteria can

"The microwave is as dirty as your kitchen table, so don't forget to clean it," stated Manuel Porcar, one of the researchers.

"The microwave is as dirty as your kitchen table, so don't forget to clean it," stated researcher Manuel Porcar. Illustration.

Health Ministry reports rare outbreak of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, linked to E. coli

So far, 26 Israelis have been affected by this rare condition in 2024.

 The E. coli bacteria. Blood destruction and kidney damage

Nobel laureates warn of 'unprecedented' danger. Say artificial 'Mirror life' should not be created

Mirror bacteria are theoretical life forms constructed from mirror-image biological molecules that are the opposite of those found in nature.

 Scientists warning of a ‘Second Tree of Life’. Illustration.

'Conan the Bacterium' has a superpower, and researchers decoded the secret behind it

Discovery of the MDP antioxidant could lead to radiation protection in healthcare, industry, and space exploration.

 Deinococcus radiodurans, a bacterium known as "Conan the Bacterium".

This beneficial bacteria thrives in the intestinal environment of coffee lovers

The increase in the presence of the bacteria was noted in the guts of coffee drinkers for both caffeinated and decaffeinated beverages.

 Beneficial for intestinal bacteria. Coffee.