Maintenance of plasma membrane integrity is essential for normal cell viability and function.
Thus, robust membrane repair mechanisms have evolved to counteract the eminent threat of …

Bacteriophages—viruses that infect bacteria—are abundant within our bodies, but their
significance to human health is only beginning to be explored. Here, we synthesize what is …

The neutrophil is the major phagocyte and the final effector cell of the innate immunity, with a
primary role in the clearance of extracellular pathogens. Using the broad array of cytokines …

The increased environmental pollutants due to anthropogenic activities are posing an
adverse effects and threat on various biotic forms on the planet. Heavy metals and certain …

This review summarizes the mechanisms of antibacterial action of green tea catechins,
discussing the structure–activity relationship (SAR) studies for each mechanism. The …

Simple Summary The gut microbiome affects the development of systemic immune response
and it can also impact response to systemic treatments such as immunotherapy and …

The type VII protein secretion system (T7SS) of Staphylococcus aureus is encoded at the
ess locus. T7 substrate recognition and protein transport are mediated by EssC, a …

Today, the treatment of bacterial infections is a major challenge, due to growing rate of
multidrug-resistant bacteria, complication of treatment and increased healthcare costs …

Nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems have been synthesized from a wide array of
materials. The therapeutic success of these platforms hinges upon their ability to favorably …

Abstract MicroRNAs [miRNAs], small non-coding RNAs, have recently been described as
crucial contributors to intestinal homeostasis. They can interact with the gut microbiota in a …