Microbiology
Stunted Microbiota and Opportunistic Pathogen Colonize C-Section Birth
Immediately after birth, newborn babies experience rapid colonization by microorganisms from their mothers and the surrounding environment. Infants born by Caesarean section have gut microbiomes that differ from those of infants born vaginally, carrying more hospital-associated opportunistic pathogens. More...10 Oct 2019
Molecular Changes Associated with Treating Lymphatic Filariasis
Lymphatic filariasis (LF) is a disabling neglected tropical disease that is caused by the mosquito-borne filarial parasites Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi and B. timori. Adult worms live in the human host’s lymphatic system and release larval parasites (microfilariae or Mf) that circulate in the blood. More...09 Oct 2019
Immunochromatographic Strip Test Developed for Rift Valley Fever
Rift Valley fever (RVF) is an emerging mosquito-borne disease that affects a wide range of animals and human beings in Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. A rapid and specific test for RVF diagnosis at the site of a suspected outbreak is crucial for the implementation of control measures. More...03 Oct 2019
Early Diagnosis of Tularemia Accomplished by Flow Cytometry
Tularemia is a zoonotic disease that occurs in the Northern Hemisphere and is caused by Francisella tularensis. In Europe, more than 500 cases are reported annually and Turkey and the USA also have substantial disease burdens. More...02 Oct 2019
Multiplexed Immunoassay System Differentiates Malaria Species
Over 40% of world’s population live in malaria-endemic areas, and malaria is found in more than 100 countries in Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, the Eastern Mediterranean, the Western Pacific, and parts of Europe. More...02 Oct 2019
Drug-Resistant Strains of Salmonella Causing Bloodstream Infections
Salmonella enterica subspecies enterica serovar Typhimurium (known as S. typhimurium) and other non-typhoidal Salmonella are common causes of gastrointestinal infections in people living in industrialized countries. More...02 Oct 2019
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Differential Immune Responses Triggered against Salmonella enterica
Type 1 Diabetes Risk Reflected in Gut Microbiome
Optimized Immunoassays Detect HBV in Oral Fluid Samples
Novel ELISA Detects Invasive Aspergillosis
Sequencing Methods for Hepatitis C Virus Genotyping Compared
C. Difficile Bacteria Adapted to Spread in Hospitals
Enterovirus Antibodies Detected in Acute Flaccid Myelitis Patients
Molecular Assays Compared for Gastrointestinal Pathogens
Diagnostic Methods Compared for Soil-Transmitted Helminths
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