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Researchers Found Promising Antibiotic In Garden Soil

A new molecule, lariocidin, discovered from soil samples shows promise in treating antibiotic-resistant e. coli infections.

Public health

A gene that turns bacteria into superbugs is spreading through hospitals and farms

Artificial intelligence

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AI cracks superbug problem in two days that took scientists years

AI can accelerate research significantly, as demonstrated by solving a complex microbiological problem in just two days.

The use of AI in scientific research showed promising results, revealing insights that the researchers had not previously considered.

Medicine

fromInsideHook

Researchers Found Promising Antibiotic In Garden Soil

A new molecule, lariocidin, discovered from soil samples shows promise in treating antibiotic-resistant e. coli infections.

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Public health

A gene that turns bacteria into superbugs is spreading through hospitals and farms

#bacteria

Mutant superbugs pose a threat to human life in space

Microbial adaptability in space poses a potential health risk due to enhanced virulence of certain bacteria under microgravity conditions.

Scientists Have Just Discovered a New Type of Electricity-Conducting Bacteria

A new electrically conductive bacteria, Candidatus Electrothrix yaqonensis, has been discovered in Oregon, named after the local Native American tribe.

4 weeks ago

Cooking

How to Grill Meat SafelyAccording to Science

Travel

Scientists warn this item is 40 TIMES filthier than a public toilet

Public health

Is your home a health hazard? 15 surprisingly filthy everyday items, from taps to toothbrushes

Mutant superbugs pose a threat to human life in space

Microbial adaptability in space poses a potential health risk due to enhanced virulence of certain bacteria under microgravity conditions.

Scientists Have Just Discovered a New Type of Electricity-Conducting Bacteria

A new electrically conductive bacteria, Candidatus Electrothrix yaqonensis, has been discovered in Oregon, named after the local Native American tribe.

4 weeks ago

Cooking

How to Grill Meat SafelyAccording to Science

Travel

Scientists warn this item is 40 TIMES filthier than a public toilet

Public health

Is your home a health hazard? 15 surprisingly filthy everyday items, from taps to toothbrushes

Coronavirus

Carl Zimmer explores the hidden world of the aerobiome

fromtime.com

Public health

Be Careful Where You Swim This Summer

4 days ago

Science

Forget Jaws. These Bacteria in Beach Water Can Make You Seriously Ill

Coronavirus

Carl Zimmer explores the hidden world of the aerobiome

fromtime.com

Public health

Be Careful Where You Swim This Summer

4 days ago

Science

Forget Jaws. These Bacteria in Beach Water Can Make You Seriously Ill

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Scientist reveals how often you should really be cleaning your sheets

'While we often focus on how many hours we're getting, the quality of our sleep environment matters too,' said Professor Freestone. 'Regular laundering removes the biological soup of sweat, skin, dust and microbes, which helps to reduce allergic reactions, prevent infections and keep odours at bay.'

Health

Scientists Cracked Open a 2-Billion-Year-Old Stone and Discovered Something Entirely Unexpected

The discovery of living microbes in 2 billion-year-old rock may challenge existing theories about the evolution of life on Earth.

Luca is the progenitor of all life on Earth. But its genesis has implications far beyond our planet

Luca, our earliest ancestor, indicates life on Earth began swiftly, suggesting the potential for abundant life elsewhere in the universe.

Science

Meet the survivors of Earth's worst days

Science

The ocean is evolving, and it's not based on the 'survival of the fittest'

9 months ago

Scientists Cracked Open a 2-Billion-Year-Old Stone and Discovered Something Entirely Unexpected

The discovery of living microbes in 2 billion-year-old rock may challenge existing theories about the evolution of life on Earth.

Luca is the progenitor of all life on Earth. But its genesis has implications far beyond our planet

Luca, our earliest ancestor, indicates life on Earth began swiftly, suggesting the potential for abundant life elsewhere in the universe.

Science

Meet the survivors of Earth's worst days

Science

The ocean is evolving, and it's not based on the 'survival of the fittest'

Public health

Expert witness casts doubt on DHSC's sterility testing in PPE Medpro case

Privacy technologies

Toilet paper over or under? Scientist FINALLY settles the debate

fromBusiness Matters

Public health

Expert witness casts doubt on DHSC's sterility testing in PPE Medpro case

Privacy technologies

Toilet paper over or under? Scientist FINALLY settles the debate

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#environmental-science

These researchers think the sludge in your home may help save the planet

Microbes hold potential solutions for some of humanity's biggest challenges, as researchers explore and manipulate them in various environments.

Mighty microbes - the invisible forces that can save the world

Microbes are essential allies in maintaining ecological balance and human health, challenging historical misconceptions about their role in our world.

fromArs Technica

Genetic-engineered bacteria break down industrial contaminants

Researchers have engineered a single bacterial strain capable of degrading multiple industrial contaminants using genes from diverse bacterial species.

OMG science

Scientists Find Signs of Life Deep Inside the Earth

fromBrownstoner

OMG science

Microbes Are Cleaning the Gowanus Canal, Researchers Find

OMG science

Ice society: looking for life at unlikely altitudes

These researchers think the sludge in your home may help save the planet

Microbes hold potential solutions for some of humanity's biggest challenges, as researchers explore and manipulate them in various environments.

Mighty microbes - the invisible forces that can save the world

Microbes are essential allies in maintaining ecological balance and human health, challenging historical misconceptions about their role in our world.

fromArs Technica

Genetic-engineered bacteria break down industrial contaminants

Researchers have engineered a single bacterial strain capable of degrading multiple industrial contaminants using genes from diverse bacterial species.

OMG science

Scientists Find Signs of Life Deep Inside the Earth

fromBrownstoner

OMG science

Microbes Are Cleaning the Gowanus Canal, Researchers Find

more#environmental-science

OMG science

Ice society: looking for life at unlikely altitudes

#hygiene

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SF food

Five-second rule put to the test: Scientists reveal how long is too long to eat off the floor

Health

Men with beards carry more germs than DOGS, scientist warns

Everyday cooking

Shower in morning or at night? Scientists FINALLY settle the debate

Public health

The horrifying truth about why you should NEVER use phone on toilet

fromNew York Post

SF food

Five-second rule put to the test: Scientists reveal how long is too long to eat off the floor

Health

Men with beards carry more germs than DOGS, scientist warns

Everyday cooking

Shower in morning or at night? Scientists FINALLY settle the debate

Public health

The horrifying truth about why you should NEVER use phone on toilet

more#hygiene

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Uncovering How Poxvirus Hijacks Host Proteins to Spread - News Center

"What fascinates us is that all viruses are dependent on gaining access to host ribosomes, even poxviruses, which are highly unusual DNA viruses that are so self-sufficient in other processes."

Coronavirus

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Most lethal bacterium of all time became less virulent in order to keep killing millions

Yersinia pestis has repeatedly devastated humanity through history, evolving to lower its virulence to enhance its transmission capabilities.

SF LGBT

London-based scientist lured on Grindr before being killed and dismembered, police say

Alessandro Coatti's tragic murder highlights safety concerns for LGBTQ+ individuals in Colombia, particularly linked to crimes targeting those on dating apps like Grindr.

Mysterious Bacteria Not Found on Earth Are Growing on China's Space Station

A newly discovered microbe from China's Tiangong space station shows potential adaptations for off-planet life.

Her Discovery Wasn't Alien Life, but Science Has Never Been the Same

A research team led by Dr. Wolfe-Simon found a life form capable of using arsenic instead of phosphorus, altering perceptions of biochemical life.

fromTheregister

China finds a previously unknown microbe in space

Chinese scientists discovered a new microbe on Tiangong space station, with potential applications for space missions and various industries.

OMG science

New Bacteria Have Been Discovered on a Chinese Space Station

US news

An Algerian scientist splits his gaze between microbes and Mars

Mysterious Bacteria Not Found on Earth Are Growing on China's Space Station

A newly discovered microbe from China's Tiangong space station shows potential adaptations for off-planet life.

Her Discovery Wasn't Alien Life, but Science Has Never Been the Same

A research team led by Dr. Wolfe-Simon found a life form capable of using arsenic instead of phosphorus, altering perceptions of biochemical life.

fromTheregister

China finds a previously unknown microbe in space

Chinese scientists discovered a new microbe on Tiangong space station, with potential applications for space missions and various industries.

OMG science

New Bacteria Have Been Discovered on a Chinese Space Station

US news

An Algerian scientist splits his gaze between microbes and Mars

Spore.Bio raises $23M to apply machine learning to microbiology testing | TechCrunch

Spore.Bio's technology aims to revolutionize microbiology testing in the food industry to prevent contamination crises and improve efficiency.

Agriculture

The 'Oscar' of food prizes goes to a Brazilian who harnessed the power of bacteria

Maria Hungria's innovative work in microbiology has transformed Brazil's agriculture, leading to her receiving the World Food Prize for her contributions.

Tech industry

fromTechCrunch

Spore.Bio raises $23M to apply machine learning to microbiology testing | TechCrunch

Spore.Bio's technology aims to revolutionize microbiology testing in the food industry to prevent contamination crises and improve efficiency.

Agriculture

The 'Oscar' of food prizes goes to a Brazilian who harnessed the power of bacteria

Maria Hungria's innovative work in microbiology has transformed Brazil's agriculture, leading to her receiving the World Food Prize for her contributions.

Hunting extreme microbes that redefine the limits of life

The book explores unique microorganisms living under extreme conditions on Earth.

fromNews Center

Novel Mechanisms Help Lethal Bacteria Recognize and Infect Cells - News Center

Bacteria use specific sugar binding mechanisms to target host cells for infection.

#climate-change

Coronavirus

Meet Chonkus: the CO2-chomping alga that could help tackle the climate crisis

Chonkus, a strain of microbe, may help mitigate climate change by absorbing CO2 and transforming it into useful products.

Environment

Microbes can capture carbon and degrade plastic - why aren't we using them more?

Coronavirus

Meet Chonkus: the CO2-chomping alga that could help tackle the climate crisis

Chonkus, a strain of microbe, may help mitigate climate change by absorbing CO2 and transforming it into useful products.

Environment

Microbes can capture carbon and degrade plastic - why aren't we using them more?

Microbial technologies, key for sustainability, remain underutilized in climate action plans despite their extensive potential.

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Science

Why Astronauts Might Need More Microbes on the International Space Station

The International Space Station's unique environment affects the evolution of microbes, impacting astronaut health and future long-term space travel.

OMG science

Hidden players: the bacteria-killing viruses of the gut microbiome

The gut microbiome includes a largely unexplored realm of viruses called bacteriophages, which significantly influence gut ecology and human health.

Science

Why Astronauts Might Need More Microbes on the International Space Station

The International Space Station's unique environment affects the evolution of microbes, impacting astronaut health and future long-term space travel.

OMG science

Hidden players: the bacteria-killing viruses of the gut microbiome

I Was Desperate to Cure My Acne. The Solution Was Right There in the Fridge All Along.

The struggle with acne can persist long after puberty, indicating potential chronic bacterial issues rather than temporary skin problems.

Coronavirus

Trillions of Viruses Live in Your Body. A.I. Is Trying to Find Them.

The Human Virome Program aims to uncover the largely unknown viruses residing in humans, many of which are benign or potentially beneficial.

Louis Pasteur's Relentless Hunt for Germs Floating in the Air

Pasteur was on a hunt, he later wrote, for the floating germs of the air.

Digital life

6 months ago

Scientists find 'crazy' new lifeform hiding inside human bodies

Researchers discovered a new lifeform named 'obelisks' in humans, which could play significant roles in biodiversity and health.