Germs, Volume 14, Issue 4

We evaluated the gene prevalence of the icaADBC operon, its correlation with biofilm formation and antibiotic resistance through a global meta-analysis. We searched for articles that reported the prevalence of icaADBC operon, biofilm, and antibiotic...

Efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19 led to the temporary closing of schools, colleges, and restrictions on freedom of movement [...]

In 2024, the global fight against viral hepatitis has made steady strides, marking yet another important year in the effort to eliminate this significant public health challenge.[...]

Introduction: Armed conflicts exacerbate the spread of infectious diseases. We assessed the impact of the 2022 armed conflict in Ukraine on common sexually, bloodborne, and respiratory-transmitted infectious diseases in internally displaced people (I...

Introduction: Intercellular communication helps regulate the cell density and the virulence traits in yeasts and bacteria. The study aims to identify the effects of quorum sensing molecules (QSMs) like farnesol and tyrosol on Candida spp. virulence t...

Introduction: Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC), particularly E. coli O157:H7, is a major contributor to foodborne outbreaks globally. Both E. coli O157 and non-O157 strains can lead to severe health issues, including hemolytic colitis an...

Introduction: Vaccine hesitancy remains a significant public health challenge, particularly in rural populations where geographic and socioeconomic barriers exacerbate the issue. This study aimed to examine the factors influencing vaccine hesitancy,...

Many microorganisms are used to produce antibiotics, vaccines, and medicines for various diseases, and preserving these microorganisms and viruses can ensure that the development process is streamlined. We have reviewed the short-term and long-term m...