News Releases from 2026

Immune Cells Get Transformed into Fungus-Fighting Nanoparticles

Nanoparticles made from the membranes of human immune cells could offer a promising new way to fight fungal infections that are becoming harder to treat. The antifungal nanoparticles target Candida albicans, a fungus responsible for oral and vaginal yeast infections as well as life-threatening bloodstream infections. In mice with severe Candida infections, the nanoparticles greatly reduced the amount of fungus in major organs and significantly improved survival. Because the nanoparticles physically damage the fungal cell, researchers believe it may be much harder for the fungus to evolve resistance. Full Story