Quest for bacterial cocktails to fight infections

The intestines of a healthy person contains hundreds of different bacteria that provide efficient protection against infections. However, if the equilibrium of this community, known as the microbiota, is disturbed — for example, due to antibiotic ther…

‘Caramel receptor’ identified

Who doesn’t like the smell of caramel? However, the olfactory receptor that contributes decisively to this sensory impression was unknown until now. Researchers have now solved the mystery of its existence and identified the ‘caramel receptor.’ The new…