Microbiology & Virology

Avian flu detected in New York City wild birds

A small number of New York City wild birds carry the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Virology.

Novel triple antibiotic combo

A novel triple antibiotic combination offers a potential breakthrough in combatting antibiotic resistance, it is claimed.

A universal vaccine?

Scientists have demonstrated a new, RNA-based vaccine strategy that is effective against any strain of a virus and can be used safely even by babies and the immunocompromised.

Enzymes open new path to universal donor blood

The quest to develop universal donor blood has taken a decisive step forward, it is claimed.

New five-year plan to combat antimicrobial resistance

The government’s national action plan will commit the UK to reducing its use of antimicrobials – such as antibiotics, antifungals and antivirals – in humans and animals, strengthen surveillance of drug-resistant infections before they emerge and incentivise industry to develop the next generation of treatments.

Sponsored: Time is of the essence in the management of sepsis

Every year, 49 million people acquire sepsis. Time is of the essence for appropriate therapy as the key driver of clinical outcomes.

Under the microscope: microbiology and infection

David Westrip, Senior Biomedical Scientist and Deputy Chair of the British Society for Microbial Technology, provides a preview to its forthcoming annual microbiology conference.

The big question: Artificial intelligence in diagnostics

This month we ask “What are your thoughts on the future of artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnostics?”

A new strain of strep A

Professor Mark Walker discusses his research into the invasive strep A variant first identified in the UK, which has now been discovered in Australia.

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