Never had the #flu? ...

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Portrait of Dr. Robert Murray featured in Canadian Journal of Microbiology highlighting his leadership in microbiology.

Dr. Murray’s work influenced #microbiology from fundamental science to applied research.

This tribute collection highlights his contributions to bacterial ultrastructure, taxonomy, virulence studies, and mentorship.

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Frontiers | Methyl-coenzyme M reductase in archaeal methanogenesis: evolution, mechanism, and biotechnological perspectives Methanogenesis is an anaerobic, energy-conserving metabolism that converts CO2, acetate, and methylated compounds to methane, constituting a key terminal ste...

Methyl-coenzyme M reductase in archaeal methanogenesis: evolution, mechanism, and biotechnological perspectives
#microbiology #methane #methanogens #MicroSky #ArchaeaSky
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Reduced methane emissions in transgenic rice genotypes are associated with altered rhizosphere microbial hydrogen cycling - Nature Communications Rice paddies contribute to atmospheric methane (CH4) levels. Here the authors show that increasing levels of the rice plant hormone PSY can reduce CH4 emissions by over 50% via alteration of microbial...

Reduced methane emissions in transgenic rice genotypes are associated with altered rhizosphere microbial hydrogen cycling
#microbiology #methane #methanogens #CutMethane #GlobalWarming #MicroSky #ArchaeaSky
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Genomic and evolutionary factors influencing the prediction accuracy of optimal growth temperature in prokaryotes
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On the origins and variation of nucleotide skews of archaeal genomes
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Cross-feeding options define genome evolution and community assembly of deep groundwater microbiome - Environmental Microbiome Background Deep groundwaters populated by diverse and active microbes are among the most energy and nutrient-limited ecosystems. Characteristics of this ecosystem (including nutrient and dispersal lim...

Cross-feeding options define genome evolution and community assembly of deep groundwater microbiome
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Genomic and Transcriptomic Insights Into the Autotrophic Metabolism on H2 + CO2 or CO of the Thermophilic Acetogenic Model Organism Moorella thermoacetica Moorella thermoacetica is the model organism for elucidation of acetogenesis. The reduction of CO2 to acetate is well studied, but how redox carrier balancing and energy conservation are maintained d....

Genomic and Transcriptomic Insights Into the Autotrophic Metabolism on H2 + CO2 or CO of the Thermophilic Acetogenic Model Organism Moorella thermoacetica
#microbiology #acetogens #bacteria #MicroSky
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#Measles could explode in #Oregon ...

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A potential universal flu shot? Intranasal EV vaccine protected mice from H5N1, H7N9 A novel vaccine platform has been developed to induce broad, protective immunity against numerous influenza virus infections, showing promise as an effective mucosal vaccine strategy, according to a…

A potential universal #flu shot? ...

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Integrated Responses: Multi-dimensional Evidence of Diet-Microbiome Coupling of Fish across a River Continuum in a Dry-Hot Valley The altitudinal gradient in river systems acts as a key environmental filter, shaping energy flow and community structure in aquatic biota as predicted by the R

Integrated Responses: Multi-dimensional Evidence of #Diet - #Microbiome Coupling of #Fish across a River Continuum in a Dry-Hot Valley
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Virus-inspired DNA needle could pave the way for better medicines Researchers at Aarhus University have developed a microscopic DNA needle that can deliver molecules directly into cells—and, crucially, help make sure they remain active once they get there. That…

#Virus-inspired #DNA needle could pave the way for better #medicines ...

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DNA-binding protein blocks virulence cascade in a diarrhea pathogen outside hosts, study finds Some pathogens use temperature as a trigger and activate virulence only after entering the warmer environment of a host. A research team from Ruhr University Bochum, Germany, and the University of…

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Trends in the minimum inhibitory concentrations for four agents against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in bloodstream infections in China: a 6-year multi-center study from 2017 to 2022

This study of 3901 #StaphylococcusAureus blood isolates in #China shows rising vancomycin MICs and declining #linezolid MICs in #MRSA, revealing reduced #vancomycin sensitivity but improved linezolid response, with key implications for treatment. #Microbiology
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Registration is OPEN! 🔬 Join @NCASM for our Spring Meeting: Pathogens Without Borders.

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Soil biodiversity linked to lower human infectious disease risk Diverse soil microbial communities may help suppress pathogens naturally, acting as a biological barrier against their establishment and spread, according to a new study. Professor Brajesh Singh,…

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Lipid Biomarkers Reveal Dominance Of Aerobic Methanotrophy In A Continental Serpentinizing System - Astrobiology Sources and sinks of methane within an advanced serpentinization-influenced system were investigated at the Coast Range Ophiolite Microbial Observatory

Lipid Biomarkers Reveal Dominance Of Aerobic Methanotrophy In A Continental Serpentinizing System
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Image includes professional portrait photo of person on the left and text on the right. The text "recognizing excellence" states that Tian (Tina) Wang has been elected as 2026 Fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology. The UTMB logo is at the bottom.

Tian (Tina) Wang, PhD, Professor at UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine, has been elected a 2026 Fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology.

This honor recognizes scientists whose work is advancing microbiology through impactful research and peer recognition.

#UTMB #Microbiology #MedEd

Biology, enzymes and microplastics

#PET #polymers and the enzyme that can digest them #microplastics #bacterium #microbiology

Phage–antibiotic synergy restores β-lactam efficacy in MDR Klebsiella quasipneumoniae biofilms and suppresses resistance - Journal of Biomedical Science Background Biofilms formed by multidrug-resistant (MDR) Klebsiella spp. present a significant clinical challenge due to elevated antibiotic tolerance. Bacteriophages (phages) represent a promising alternative, particularly in combination with antibiotics, where phage–antibiotic synergy (PAS) can increase antibiofilm activity. Evaluating treatment efficacy in these complex structures requires real-time, noninvasive viability analysis. Methods To address this, we used light-sheet fluorescence microscopy (LSFM), a high-resolution, minimally invasive approach, for dynamic tracking of PAS in intact biofilms. To our knowledge, this is the first in vitro application of LSFM for investigating PAS. We studied the combined activity of a virulent phage (vB_KpUKJ_2) and ceftazidime (CAZ) against an extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Klebsiella quasipneumoniae. Results In planktonic cultures, PAS was strongly affected in a dose-dependent manner. In mature biofilms, LSFM imaging revealed that high-dose phages (10⁸ PFU/mL) combined with CAZ at a 0.25 × minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) induced a rapid and sustained reduction in viability over 24 h. This regimen significantly outperformed mono-treatments (p < 0.01), demonstrating that phage coadministration can reduce the required antibiotic dose. Mechanistically, treatment resulted in phage-mediated degradation of α- and β-polysaccharides within the extracellular polymeric substance (EPS). Crucially, while phage mono-treatment led to the emergence of resistant mutants, the combination treatment fully suppressed resistance. Whole-genome sequencing revealed mutations in genes such as fhuA, purA, and rpoC, suggesting diverse resistance mechanisms linked to fitness trade-offs such as impaired biofilm formation. Conclusions Our findings highlight a precision-guided strategy with translational potential for device-associated infections, providing a mechanistic and methodological foundation for optimizing PAS-based therapies.

Phage–antibiotic synergy restores β-lactam activity against MDR Klebsiella #biofilms and limits resistance emergence, highlighting a promising strategy to combat antimicrobial resistance.🦠💊#AMR #Microbiology
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Therapeutic, nasally delivered DNA vaccine fuses two genes to help fight tuberculosis In a paper published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, a research team at Johns Hopkins Medicine and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health reports developing a therapeutic…

Therapeutic, nasally delivered #DNA #vaccine fuses two #genes to help fight #tuberculosis ...

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Cover of Surgeon X comic. A masked woman holding a scalpel in an atmospheric black and white sketch.

Open double page spread of comic. Dramatic scenes involving fire and injuries with dialogue speech bubbles. The masked surgeon helps the injured.

Bank holiday reading!
Picked up a copy of Surgeon X by Sara Kenney. Amazing artwork, gripping science, everything you’d want from an antibiotic resistance graphic novel 🦠❤️ #SciCom #amr #Microbiology

Unanticipated similarities and expected differences in the taxonomic composition and potential #toxicity of #cyanobacteria in biological #soil crusts across hot and cold deserts. //
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🧫: Rhizopus microsporum

PALATAL MUCORMYCOSIS IN A PATIENT WITH SARS-CoV-2 INFECTION

Surgically débrided +liposomal amphotericin B for 6 weeks + Insulin. Six weeks later, the lesion had resolved and she was asymptomatic.
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#medicine #infectiousdiseases #microbiology

Health officials warn of leptospirosis risk after Hawaii floods | Honolulu Star-Advertiser The Hawaii Department of Health and Hawaiian Humane Society are urging residents and recovery workers to monitor for signs of leptospirosis in the aftermath of the “Kona low” storm floods.

#Leptospirosis risk after #Hawaii #floods ...

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BGC comparison map but some BGCs are in reverse compared to others

BGC comparison map with all the BGCs aligned

One-button, instant auto-align BGCs
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Why do pineapples make your mouth itchy? 🍍 🍍

​Chloe (@tardibabe on Instagram) brings us into the microscopic world this iconic tropical fruit.

#Science #Microbiology #HiddenWorld #CloseUp #Pineapple

Cenote-Taker 3 for fast and accurate virus discovery and annotation of the virome Tisza, Michael J.1, 2  ; Varsani, Arvind3, 4 ; Petrosino, Joseph F.1, 2 ; Cregeen, Sara J. Javornik1, 2  1The Alkek Center for Metagenomics and Microbiome Research, Department of Molecular Virology…

Now published in Peer Community Journal, #microbiology section: Cenote-Taker 3 for fast and accurate virus discovery and annotation of the virome