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UofL researchers discover bacteria causing Legionnaire’s disease is just trying to find a home in human lungs

April 14, 2020

Microbiologists at UofL have found that Legionella pneumophila uses a “tool” that allows it to thrive in an amoeba host and in human lung cells, but with very different results.

UofL researchers describe possible mechanism for link between obesity and breast cancer

April 13, 2020

It is widely accepted that higher levels of body fat increase the risk of developing breast cancer, as well as other cancers.

UofL professor provides insight on importance of strengthening mental health in time of physical isolation and uncertainty

April 8, 2020

Physical isolation and social distancing have become the new normal amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and strengthening psychological coping is as important as staying physically well.