Cost analysis
Meningitis jab could be cost-effective for combating gonorrhoea
A meningitis vaccine could be cost-effective in combating gonorrhoea amid rising cases globally and increased resistance to drug treatments.
Stories tagged with 'bacteria'
News in brief
Cyclones health impact and squeezing cells: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Raman Spectroscopy
3D-printed Sensor on Fibre-Optic Probes for Rapid Bacteria Detection
The Hamlyn Centre research developing miniature fibre-optic probes for label-free bacteria detection was recently featured by Nanoscribe.
Bacteria breakthrough
Scientists discover new approach to fighting antibiotic resistance
A new approach to fighting antibiotic resistance could help to prevent diseases by making bacteria vulnerable to treatment again.
Miscarriage link
Miscarriage may be linked to changes in vaginal bacteria
A new study finds that changes to a mother’s vaginal microbiome may be associated with pregnancy loss.
Spiky surfaces
Engineers create spiky materials inspired by insects that could pop bacteria
Researchers have created intricately patterned materials that mimic antimicrobial, adhesive and drag reducing properties found in natural surfaces.
Microbes matter
New £10m centre to explore links between organisms and their microbiomes
The £10m Leverhulme Centre for the Holobiont aims to create a green revolution in agriculture, rescue threatened species, and restore habitats.
IMSE 2021 seed funding
New cross-disciplinary Collaborations Address Societal Challenges
The Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering (IMSE) has funded new cross-disciplinary research to address societal challenges.
Sharing tactics
Key step in how bacteria acquire drug resistance revealed
Researchers have imaged a major component in conjugation – the process bacteria use to share DNA with each other.
RAPID DETECTION
New test rapidly detects bacteria associated with greater risk of preterm birth
A study has found that a new device can rapidly and accurately detect changes in vaginal bacteria and corresponding immune responses in pregnant women
