American Society for Microbiology

Early diet influences gut bacteria composition in infants

The gut microbiota is a complex community of microorganisms that live in the digestive tract.

Feb 12, 2016, 13:39 PM IST

Researchers identify drug target for dengue virus

Like Zika virus, Dengue is transmitted by the mosquito, Aedes aegypti. Dengue, called break bone fever, is notable for causing severe bone and muscle pain, headache and pain behind the eyes.

Feb 09, 2016, 10:14 AM IST

Vaginal bacteria that can protect women from HIV

The researchers observed two distinct types of mucus samples: one that was very good at trapping HIV and one that did not. 

Oct 09, 2015, 12:55 PM IST