New approach points to untapped immune cells, early immunization

Emerging methods focus in speed, accuracy, and cost effectiveness

Clinical diagnostic tools for microbial infections are constantly evolving and improving

Iron-deficient blood makes it easier for dengue virus to colonize and multiply in mosquitoes' guts

A multifaceted approach will be needed to track and control the spread of extensively drug-resistant Salmonella, including further microbiological and genomic surveillance

Leaders in BRCA research say screening recommendations from the US Preventive Services Task Force are a positive step forward, but testing of individuals with the highest risk must improve

UNC researchers led by Brian Conlon, PhD, discover how molecules called rhamnolipids could make common aminoglycoside antibiotics effective against the toughest Staph infections

Resilient cells make lung less hospitable to viruses, but may be double-edged sword

City of Hope scientists are trying to change how doctors treat patients with solid tumors