Filipino researchers discovered a powerful antifungal agent within a traditional fermented fish dish. Burong isda, a popular Pampanga delicacy, harbors a bacterium. This bacterium shows significant promise in combating Aspergillus fumigatus, a fungus that infects weakened immune systems. Study found that while the bacterium might struggle in highly acidic environments like the stomach, it thrives in less acidic parts of the digestive tract. Importantly, the bacteria possess genes that boost the immune system and produce essential B vitamins (B1, B2, B6, and B9).
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UP Diliman Physicists Map the World’s Shifting Cultures
UP Diliman Scientists created detailed cultural maps. These maps show how cultures change over time. The team is from the National Institute of Physics (NIP) measured cultural diversity using the standard deviational ellipse (SDE) area.
Philippines Faces Groundwater Crisis: A Race Against Time
Groundwater, a vital resource for the Philippines, is facing a serious threat. Over-extraction and contamination are causing a crisis. This is especially true in agriculture, where groundwater is crucial for […]
Math to Detect Early Signs of Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a major health concern in the Philippines. Over 33,000 new cases were reported in 2022, claiming over 11,000 lives. Lymphovascular invasion (LVI) is an early sign of […]
Filipino Scientists Uncover Hidden Ocean Treasures
Submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) is a crucial process. Groundwater seeps into the ocean. It carries freshwater, nutrients, and sometimes pollutants. These SGD sites are teeming with microbial life. They are […]
Filipino Scientists on Detection of Lung Cancer
Filipino scientists have made a breakthrough. They identified potential biomarkers for early lung cancer detection. Their research is published in the Journal of Proteome Research. This journal focuses on protein […]
Justice on World Press Freedom Day
Ahead of World Press Freedom Day (03 May), a somber gathering unfolded at the University of the Philippines’ College of Mass Communication (UPCMC). Journalists, media practitioners, and students gathered at […]
Super Bacteria, A Risk To Food Safety
Researchers at the University of the Philippines Diliman have discovered high levels of multidrug-resistant (MDR) Salmonella in chicken meat sold in Metro Manila wet markets. This is a serious concern, […]