Bacteriophage (phage) studies established the field of molecular biology and continue to
propel life science research forward due to their diversity, abundance, and potential …

The early microbial colonization of human mucosal surfaces is essential for the development
of the host immune system. Already during pregnancy, the unborn child is prepared for the …

Staphylococcus aureus strains exhibit varying associations with atopic dermatitis (AD), but
the genetic determinants underpinning the pathogenicity are yet to be fully characterized. To …

Foodborne pathogens, such as Salmonella, are major factors that pose significant threats to
global food safety and public health. Salmonella typhimurium is a prominent serotype …

Bacteriophages (phages) can significantly influence the composition and functions of their
host communities, and enhance host pathogenicity via the transport of phage-encoded …

Individuals with pancreatic-related health conditions usually show lower diversity and
different composition of bacterial and viral species between the gut and oral microbiomes …

Two novel virulent phages of the genus Obolenskvirus infecting Acinetobacter baumannii, a
significant nosocomial pathogen, have been isolated and studied. Phages Brutus and Scipio …

The microbiota of the gut has continued to co-evolve alongside their human hosts conferring
considerable health benefits including the production of nutrients, drug metabolism …

The presence of pathogenic bacteria and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in urban air
poses a significant threat to public health. While prevailing research predominantly focuses …

Bacterial pathogens can infect a wide range of hosts and pose a threat to public and animal
health as well as to agriculture. The emergence of antibiotic-resistant strains has increased …