
infectious diseases
Researchers Develop 3D-Printed Medication To Treat Deadly Infection In Pediatric Patients
Oct 15, 2024 • 4 min. readBreakthrough from Texas A&M holds promise to replace high-cost, adult tablets used to treat toxoplasmosis in children.
Texas A&M Selected By DARPA To Develop New Method For Preserving Microbial Samples
Sep 26, 2024 • 3 min. readResearchers have received $12.9 million from the DOD for a project with potential to vastly improve the way diseases are monitored.
Texas A&M Researchers Receive $5 Million To Study Brucellosis In Armenia
Jul 17, 2024 • 3 min. readBrucellosis poses a significant risk of infection in humans from the consumption of unpasteurized milk and its products.
Cyclospora: What Is The Parasite Infecting Some Texans, And How Does It Spread?
Jul 11, 2023 • 4 min. readAs cases rise above expected levels in the Houston area, a Texas A&M expert says it’s important to take precautions when dealing with raw produce or enjoying water activities.
With four cases detected in Florida and one in the Lone Star State, public health officials are taking steps to prevent further transmission.
Where Did COVID-19 Come From, And What Is The US Doing To Avoid Future Pandemics?
Mar 16, 2023 • 7 min. readLingering questions about the virus’ origins have sparked debates among scientists and lawmakers, while also fueling concerns about risky biological research. Texas A&M biosecurity expert Dr. Gerald Parker explains.
Researchers investigate the energy that powers bacterial growth to understand how bacteria develop antibiotic resistance.
A Texas A&M expert explains the updated COVID-19 boosters and when you should get one.
Preventing Monkeypox Transmission Between People And Pets
Sep 6, 2022 • 3 min. readThe monkeypox outbreak has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organization.
As Monkeypox Spreads, Risk Of Exposure Remains Low For Most
Aug 15, 2022 • 5 min. readA Texas A&M epidemiologist explains how the outbreak has evolved and how the virus is transmitted.