Definition: A pathogen is a biological agent – such as a bacterium, virus, fungus, parasite or prion – that can cause disease in a host organism. In simple terms: a pathogen is an infectious microbe ...

The cat-killer fungus spreading across South America: ‘It is just a matter of time’ - Pathogenic fungi may tolerate high body ...

Invasive pulmonary aspergillosis is a life-threatening fungal infection that occurs when conidia (spores) from the Aspergillus fungus are inhaled and establish an infection in the lungs, particularly ...

This study is led by Dr. Wen-Bing Yin and Dr. Jie Fan from the Institute of Microbiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. The genus Trichoderma is widely recognized for its critical role in sustainable ...

The effectiveness of antifungal drugs used to treat candidiasis and aspergillosis can be significantly improved with the help ...

For anyone who relies on coffee to start their day, coffee wilt disease may be the most important disease you’ve never heard of. This fungal disease has repeatedly reshaped the global coffee supply ...

Pets form an important part of many people’s lives, providing meaningful companionship. However, our pets can sometimes also be a source of unwelcome pathogens and diseases, particularly if they ...