News tagged with microbial genes


Go with your gut: Research sheds light on how microbes can interact with drugs

Scientists are already working to develop treatments that can be tailored to an individual's genetics, but what about tailoring treatments based on the genetics of the trillions of microbes that live in a ...

Medical research created Feb 15, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

A new genetic fingerprint lives in your belly

Our bodies contain far more microbial genes than human genes. And a new study suggests that just as human DNA varies from person to person, so too does the massive collection of microbial DNA in the intestine.

Medical research created Dec 05, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (4) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

New way to learn about, potentially block traits in harmful pathogens

Researchers at Duke University Medical Center have developed a new way to identify the genes of harmful microbes, particularly those that have been difficult to study in the laboratory.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jan 09, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast