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MOSTLY MICROBES AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Welcome to Mostly Microbes and Infectious Diseases. David Ojcius posts newspaper and journal articles in the broad field of microbiology.

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Climate-friendly microbes recycle carbon without making methane.
#microbiology #environment #climate #archaea Researchers identify an entirely new phylum of archaea (which they named Brockarchaeota) in...
David Ojcius
May 8, 20211 min read


Scientists identify gut bacteria linked to neurodegenerative conditions
#microbiology #dementia Researchers studied the link between gut bacteria & neurodegenerative disease in C. elegans. Colonization of the...
David Ojcius
May 8, 20211 min read


Call for Papers: Advances in Microbial Pathogenesis & Host Immunity
#microbiology #immunology The editors of Microbial Pathogenesis (YMPAT), Current Research in Microbial Sciences(CRMICR)and Current...
David Ojcius
May 2, 20211 min read


Watch the video: Current Research in Microbial Sciences
Current Research in Microbial Sciences topics covered include: #Genetics, #metabolism: #bacteria, #fungi, #protozoa, viruses;...
David Ojcius
May 2, 20211 min read


Microbes are ‘unknown unknowns’ despite being vital to all life, says study
#microbiology #environment #health A new study has highlighted how little is known about microbes – the hidden majority of life on Earth....
David Ojcius
Apr 19, 20211 min read


Yersinia pestis and plague: evolution, virulence, vaccination
#plague #bubonic #bubonicplague #immunology #microbiology #pandemic #Yersinia pestis and plague: An updated view on evolution, virulence...
David Ojcius
Apr 16, 20211 min read


Soil bacteria could improve crop yields, via fungi
#microbiology #environment #agriculture Researchers have discovered a distinct group of bacteria that may help fungi & plants acquire...
David Ojcius
Apr 7, 20211 min read


Tissue-specific diversity of bacterial endophytes in Mexican husk tomato plants
Tissue-specific diversity of bacterial endophytes in Mexican husk tomato plants (Physalis ixocarpa Brot. ex Horm.), & screening for their...
David Ojcius
Mar 23, 20211 min read


New study shows microplastics turn into 'hubs' for pathogens, antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Microplastics can become 'hubs' for antibiotic-resistant bacteria to grow once they wash down household drains & enter wastewater...
David Ojcius
Mar 20, 20211 min read


Microbes’ matchmaker helps bacteria to slime your teeth
Scientists studied biofilm formation by Streptococcus mutans, one of the main causes of tooth decay. They found that S. mutans has a...
David Ojcius
Mar 15, 20211 min read


Subseafloor Microbial Communities Survive on Products of Radioactive Process, Study Suggests
Radionuclides are ubiquitous in sediment & rock, where their decay leads to the production of hydrogen & oxidized chemicals via...
David Ojcius
Mar 4, 20211 min read


Plant evolution driven by interactions with symbiotic and pathogenic microbes
Plant #evolution driven by interactions with symbiotic and pathogenic microbes Mosses, liverworts, and hornworts have layered innovation...
David Ojcius
Feb 21, 20211 min read


Microbes could pose health, ecosystem risks when rain brings them to Earth
Human health & ecosystems could be affected by microbes including cyanobacteria & algae that hitch rides in clouds & enter soil, lakes,...
David Ojcius
Feb 17, 20211 min read


IdeaMensch Interview with David Ojcius
“The idea of working in my current field came from my original interest in microorganisms and how they affect the immune system of the...
David Ojcius
Jan 9, 20211 min read


Association between periodontal pathogens and systemic disease
A growing body of literature suggests that there is a link between periodontitis and systemic diseases. These diseases include...
David Ojcius
Jan 8, 20211 min read


What is the lymphatic system? (free video)
The lymphatic system delivers fluid and larger molecules to the circulatory system, and it is involved in immune system surveillance....
David Ojcius
Dec 26, 20201 min read


The Association Between Oral Health And Systemic Disease
Oral health has been linked to systemic diseases in patients who suffer from diabetes, pulmonary disease, & in pregnant women. Improving...
David Ojcius
Dec 26, 20201 min read


New Journal: Current Research in Microbial Sciences
Introducing new journal: "Current Research in Microbial Sciences" publishes articles in all areas of the broad field of #microbiology,...
David Ojcius
Dec 26, 20201 min read


Current Research in Microbial Sciences
Current Research in Microbial Sciences is a new journal that specializes in the field of microbiology, the study of microorganisms and/or...
David Ojcius
Dec 25, 20201 min read


Lifelong Learning as a Researcher
College professors have two jobs in one: teaching & research. Teaching & interacting with students, we also learn from them. Doing...
David Ojcius
Dec 24, 20201 min read
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