In a new genetic study, scientists have charted the rise of 214 human diseases across ancient Europe and Asia.

Discover how top experts are addressing the invisible threats of allergens and pathogens in food manufacturing. This comprehensive report covers regulatory updates, innovative testing methods, and ...

Scientists from Tel Aviv University and the Israel Institute of Biological Research say their vaccine uses lipid ...

Ergot is a fungal pathogen that infects cereal crops during the flowering period. It causes hard, dark ergots to develop in ...

English ivy (Hedera helix) just has a timeless look to it, don't you think? Whether it's filling bare patches of garden or climbing up an ancient home's wall, that lush green vine is a sight to behold ...

Data show certain farming practices can have serious unintended health consequences. When produced in harmony with nature, ...

More information: Lena Peters et al, Polyketide synthase-derived sphingolipids mediate microbiota protection against a bacterial pathogen in C. elegans, Nature Communications (2025).

Pathogens articles from across Nature Portfolio Pathogens are infectious agents, such as a bacterium, virus, fungus or parasite, that cause disease when they colonize a host organism.

Last week, we discussed tomato diseases. This week, we will cover pests just as destructive: insects. Damage to plants via insects, animals, or harsh environmental conditions can leave open wounds ...

Many Americans assume the meat they buy at the grocery store is safe — but new data shows that approximately 36% of retail ...

Researchers from Tel Aviv University and the Israel Institute for Biological Research in Ness Ziona have used the platform ...

Ostlie will guide visitors through the center’s orchard. This orchard has the largest collection of fruit tree species in the ...