Microbiology & Infectious Diseases

A newly published review highlights the evolution of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) diagnostics, detailing key technological breakthroughs that have improved detection and management.

Incorporating almonds into the diet can significantly improve gut microbiota composition, enhance metabolic health, and reduce inflammation, according to new research.

A capacitive biosensor has been developed that offers real-time airborne detection of avian influenza H5N1 and E. coli, providing a rapid, sensitive tool for disease surveillance.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) transmission in U.S. households was examined in a new study that showed young children are the primary drivers of infection, spreading the virus to adults and other household members.

Analysis of over 1.5 million U.S. adults in a new study has found that annual COVID-19 variant-targeted boosters provide meaningful protection against severe disease but lose effectiveness beyond 6 months.

A machine learning-based model has demonstrated the ability to predict active tuberculosis (TB) in people with HIV (PWH) using clinical data, offering a promising tool for improving early detection and preventive treatment.

New data from a 15-year study presented at the Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI) in San Francisco reveals significant disparities in latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) testing practices within the United States.

A recent study presented at the Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI) in San Francisco has unveiled a simplified approach to assessing antiretroviral therapy (ART) adherence among pregnant women living with HIV in Malawi.