The study could shed light on harmful bacteria that share antibiotic resistance genes

Researchers say the results help explain why some children are more prone to developing infections than others

While new cases of most types of cancer are declining, those of melanoma—the deadliest form of skin cancer—continue to climb

Although Bacillus cereus causes 63,400 foodborne disease cases per year, the bacteria does not receive the attention given to more deadly foodborne pathogens

The technique, known as Mobile-CRISPRi, allows scientists to screen for antibiotic function in a wide range of pathogenic bacteria

Imagine taking a pill that would help you stave off the flu

Study raises potential for development of microbiome-based acne treatments

A new drug delivery system could radically expand cancer treatment options

Bacteria evolve resistance to antibiotics more slowly if they also have to defend themselves against predators

Bacterial spores may be able to halt degradation by outcompeting other microbes