In the face of rising concerns about antibiotic resistant infections, an international group of microbial experts have ...

Jumbo phages use a protein shield to protect their DNA from bacterial attacks. A special handshake controls which molecules enter.

"Conducting research through the SEA-PHAGES program was the first time in my academic career where I felt what I learned in ...

Discover the surprising everyday surfaces loaded with harmful bacteria and viruses, plus expert tips on how to stay healthy ...

Phyla, a new skincare brand backed by Ryan Reynolds and Shiseido, uses natural phage technology to clear up pimples.

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria, sometimes referred to as superbugs, have become more common across the globe as these viruses ...

So, the CDC says if eggs are cooked properly, they are safe to eat. This means cooking eggs to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, which kills bacteria and viruses, including bird flu.

UCSF scientists are taking the first steps toward creating a new type of antibiotic that uses an unusual virus to defeat ...

Scientists used an all-optical method to detect and dynamically track the natural vibrational frequencies of a microorganism ...

With highly pathogenic avian influenza, or bird flu, continuing to spread across the country, health officials are ...

“People's phones are out when urinating and defecating, exposing the phones to bacteria,” says Dr. Suraj Saggar, chief of ...