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• Discovery of hidden gut virus solves medical paradox regarding colon cancer and common bacteria

  Published: Apr 23, 2026

  Section: Research

  Researchers at the University of Southern Denmark have identified a previously unknown virus residing within common gut bacteria that significantly increases colorectal cancer risk...

• Genomic Study Uncovers Evolutionary Arms Race Between Cholera Bacteria and Viral Predators in South Asia

  Published: Apr 2, 2026

  Section: Medical News

  A twenty-year genomic analysis by the Wellcome Sanger Institute and international partners reveals that cholera-causing bacteria rapidly adapt their genetic "armor" to survive atta...

• University Of Exeter Scientists Discover Viral Eavesdropping Mechanism That Allows Phages To Manipulate Competitors Into Dormancy

  Published: Mar 31, 2026

  Section: Science & Tech

  New research reveals that viruses infecting bacteria use chemical signals to "eavesdrop" on other species, often to their own detriment. By intercepting these peptide-based message...

• Nanoparticle Defense: Engineering New Barriers Against Persistent Viral Contamination

  Published: Feb 13, 2026

  Section: Health

  Innovative research has identified a robust method for utilizing specialized nanoparticles to eliminate bacteriophage contamination within industrial and laboratory settings. By fo...