International researchers led by the Hudson Institute of Medical Research have developed a computational metabolite exchange scoring system to identify and understand the interaction between gut microbes. This could potentially offer therapeutic approaches for a range of diseases, including inflammatory bowel disease and cancer. The team is also collaborating with biotechnology firm BiomeBank to develop new ways to treat and prevent disease by restoring gut microbial ecology.

Android spyware hidden in mapping software targets Russian soldiers
New Android malware targeting Russian military personnel has been discovered in a fake version of Alpine Quest, a mapping app often used by Russian soldiers.