Specific inflammatory cytokines can predict infection risk in leukemia in patients undergoing chemotherapy, according to a study in Microbial Pathogenesis.

Research demonstrates that the SARS-CoV-2 protein ORF8 drives osteoclastogenesis, establishing a direct link between viral infection and bone loss. A new study shows that activation of vagal ...

Fungal biology is the scientific discipline that concerns the biology of fungi, which include unicellular microorganisms as well as large multicellular organisms. Fungal biology is sometimes ...

While factors such as myocardial ischaemia, worsening renal function, volume overload and chronic pulmonary disease may contribute to decompensation, the primary pathophysiology in hypertensive AHF ...

Yeast infections on the scalp are caused by an overgrowth of fungal organisms. Candida is the yeast that most often infects the scalp. The problem can also be caused by Malassezia, a yeast that often ...

However, fungal infections are contagious, and psoriasis is not. The causes and treatment are also different. The autoimmune activity in psoriasis causes the rapid overgrowth of skin cells.

An emerging area of research is the evolutionarily conserved transfer of mitochondria between cells. Yet researchers have ...

Jock itch, or tinea cruris, is a fungal infection that can cause itchiness in the groin or inner thighs. Home remedies and prescription medications can help ease symptoms and prevent the infection ...

Nail pitting is more common with other issues, such as psoriasis, fungal infections, or certain autoimmune diseases. Horizontal ridges in your nails are called Beau's lines. This is a separate ...

Pathogenesis is influenced by transmission of the organism from a source, colonization and penetration of the organism through the host epithelial barriers resulting in dissemination.

Students present, participate in discussions at a high level and demonstrate critical thinking skills. This in-depth study of scientific literature relates to all aspects of fungal pathogenesis.

This Research Topic reviews recent findings on fungal pathogenesis from the “Fungal Virulence” Research Topic of Frontiers in Fungal Biology. It focuses on the regulatory mechanisms of virulence in ...