Enhancing infectious intestinal disease diagnosis through metagenomic and metatranscriptomic sequencing of 1000 human diarrhoeal samples by Edward Cunningham-Oakes, Blanca M. Perez-Sepulveda, Yan Li, Jay C. D. Hinton, Charlotte A. Nelson, K. Marie McIntyre, Maya Wardeh, Sam Haldenby, Richard Gregory, Miren Iturriza-Gómara, Christiane Hertz-Fowler, Sarah J. O’Brien, Nigel A. Cunliffe, Alistair C. Darby, on behalf of the INTEGRATE consortium

“…Methods As part of the INTEGRATE study, we analysed stool microbiomes from 1067 patients with gastroenteritis symptoms using direct sequencing, and compared findings with standard diagnostic techniques (culture, immunoassay, microscopy, and single-target PCR) and molecular assays (Luminex xTAG GPP) for detection of bacterial and viral pathogens in the UK. …”
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A framework to predict zoonotic hosts under data uncertainty: A case study on betacoronaviruses by Andrea Tonelli, Marcus S. C. Blagrove, Maya Wardeh, Moreno Di Marco

“…Abstract Modelling approaches aimed at identifying unknown hosts of zoonotic pathogens have the potential to make high‐impact contributions to global strategies for zoonotic risk surveillance. …”
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Novelty of harnessing electromagnetic fields to boost graphene oxide nano particles antibacterial potency by Mai I. El-kaliuoby, Ashraf Morsy, Ahmed H. Abdel-Salam, Ahmed Morsy, Ahmed M. El‑Khatib, Alaa M. Khalil

“…Abstract The urge need for innovative integration between Electromagnetic Waves (EMWs) and nanotechnology offers exciting possibilities for improving antimicrobial treatments to combat antibacterial resistant bacterial infections. …”
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Fungal Metabolomics: A Comprehensive Approach to Understanding Pathogenesis in Humans and Identifying Potential Therapeutics by Vinicius Alves, Daniel Zamith-Miranda, Susana Frases, Joshua D. Nosanchuk

“…Metabolomics has emerged as a transformative tool in the study of microbes, including pathogenic fungi, facilitating the identification of unique metabolic profiles that elucidate their pathogenic mechanisms, host interactions, and treatment resistance. …”
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Enhancing Emergency Preparedness: A Call to Incorporate Postexposure Prophylaxis in Mass Casualty Protocols by Majani Edward, Archie Hellar, Chizaram Onyeaghala, Oluruntoba Ogunfolaji

“…It discusses the rationale for PEP, challenges in its implementation, particularly in resource‐limited settings, and proposes strategies for its integration into emergency protocols. Results The analysis underscores that prompt PEP administration significantly reduces the risk of bloodborne pathogen transmission following potential exposure during MCIs. …”
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Cellulophaga algicola alginate lyase and Pseudomonas aeruginosa Psl glycoside hydrolase inhibit biofilm formation by Pseudomonas aeruginosa CF2843 on three-dimensional aggregates o... by Neetu, Shilpee Pal, Srikrishna Subramanian, T.N.C. Ramya

“…Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogen that produces a biofilm containing the polysaccharides, alginate, Psl, and Pel, and causes chronic lung infection in cystic fibrosis patients. …”
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Late blight of potato and its management through the application of different fungicides and organic amendments: a review by Injila Tiwari, Kabita Kumari Shah, Subina Tripathi, Bindu Modi, Sudeep Subedi, Jiban Shrestha

“…Late blight, caused by Phytophthora infestans, is one of the most threatening pathogenic diseases which not only results in direct crop losses but also cause farmers to embrace huge monetary expenses for disease control and preventive measure. …”

Nocardia Detection in Respiratory Samples Using Targeted Next-Generation Sequencing: Cautious Interpretation Is Necessary for Timely Discovery by Chaowen Deng, Simon Kam-Fai Lo, Kelvin Hei-Yeung Chiu, Fanfan Xing

“…Clinical, radiological and laboratory integration remains critical in distinguishing true infection from colonization, ensuring accurate diagnosis and management of nocardiosis.…”
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Prediction of secreted uncharacterized protein structures from Beauveria bassiana ARSEF 2860 unravels novel toxins-like families by Peter F. Farag, Aya A. Elsisi, Esraa W. Elabd, Jana J. Sadek, Nada H. Mousa, Rawan M. Zaky, Sara M. Ahmed

“…Collectively, computational structural genomics can be used to study host–pathogen interactions and predict novel families.…”
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Innovative diagnostic strategies for equine habronemiasis: exploring molecular identification, gene expression, and oxidative stress markers by Mai A. Salem, Sohila M. El-Gameel, Mohamed S. Kamel, Eslam M. Elsamman, Reem M. Ramadan

“…Conclusions This study underscores the value of molecular diagnostics combined with immunological profiling for the detection and characterization of equine habronemiasis. The integration of oxidative stress and cytokine biomarkers provides important insights into host–pathogen interactions and may contribute to the development of improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. …”
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The impact of resources availability on phytophthora population dynamics and ecosystem health by Afandi Auliana, Yosilia Rani, Agustiani Mala, Rustiaty Banon, Sinaga Rismawita, Khodijah Siti, Anggraini Reny Tri

“…This study highlights the need for integrated approaches that consider both the ecological impacts of Phytophthora and the broader implications for ecosystem health, emphasizing the importance of resource management in mitigating pathogen-related disruptions.…”
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Machine learning approach to predict prognosis and immunotherapy responses in colorectal cancer patients by Zhen Liu, Dou Yu, Pengyan Xia, Shuo Wang

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Proof-of-concept MALDI-TOF-MS assay for the detection of Toxin B enzymatic activity in Clostridioides difficile infection by Josef Dvorak, Lukáš Fojtík, Ljubina Adámková, Katerina Vlkova, Vendula Studentova, Katerina Chudejova, Lenka Geigerová, Michael Volny, Petr Novak, Jaroslav Hrabak, Petr Pompach

“…They serve as the key tool for pathogen identification and antibiotic resistance determination. …”
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Fast-Flu: RT-RPA-CRISPR/Cas12a assisted one-step platform for rapid influenza B virus detection by Dayong Xu, Qianlin Wu, Fo Yang, Qi Zhang, Qiuyang Jiang, Xiaotong Zeng, Yushuo Zhang, Tingyao Lv, Jin Wang, Feng Li

“…ABSTRACT Influenza B virus (Flu B) is a prevalent respiratory pathogen responsible for seasonal influenza epidemics. …”
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Suboptimal dengue genome leverages non-canonical translation mechanisms by Priyanka Mehta, Priti Devi, Sandeep Budhiraja, Bansidhar Tarai, Rajesh Pandey

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Generation and Assessment of Soybean (<i>Glycine max</i> (L.) Merr.) Hybrids for High-Efficiency <i>Agrobacterium</i>-Mediated Transformation by Muhammad Waqar Khan, Aaqib Shaheen, Xuebin Zhang, Junli Zhang, Yaser Hassan Dewir, Katalin Magyar-Tábori

“…Numerous chemical and physiological cues from host plants are needed for <i>A. tumefaciens</i> attraction and subsequent T-DNA integration into the plant genome. Susceptible genotypes may permit this attachment and integration, and the agronomically superior genotypes with susceptibility to <i>A. tumefaciens</i> would play an important role in increasing transformation efficiency. …”
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The Role of Potassium Phosphite in Enhancing the Activity of Defense Enzymes in Rice Infected by Sheath Blight by Milad Habibi Daronkolaei, Mohammad Ali Tajick Ghanbary, Valiollah Babaeizad, Heshmatollah Rahimian, Ali Dehestani

“…This suggests that potassium phosphite enhances enzyme activity in plants to combat pathogens. PPOs catalyze the oxidation of phenol to quinone, creating unfavorable conditions for pathogen development. …”
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Stress granules and cell death: crosstalk and potential therapeutic strategies in infectious diseases by Huan-Shao Huang, Lan Chen, Jia-Xin Chi, Shi-Ying Lai, Jiang Pi, Yi-Ming Shao, Jun-Fa Xu

“…Abstract Pathogens exploit cellular stress responses to drive infection and evade immune responses, posing a persistent global health threat. …”
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Emerging and Innovative Technologies for the Sanitization of Fresh Produce: Advances, Mechanisms, and Applications for Enhancing Food Safety and Quality by Yuqiao Jin, Achyut Adhikari

“…In this review, we recommend the application of combined sanitization methods, emphasizing that integrating multiple techniques can provide a more effective and comprehensive approach to pathogen inactivation. …”
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Assessing the evidence for effective biosafety risk management in Coxiella burnetii research by S.D. Blacksell, K.K. Le, L.J. Gleeson, J. Stenos, S.R. Graves, N.P.J. Day

“…This review emphasises the need for adaptive, sustainable practices to ensure global laboratory safety and highlights the integration of evidence-based strategies for C. burnetii research.…”
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