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OMG science
fromFuturism
7 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.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

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.
OMG science
fromFuturism
8 hours ago

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.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

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.
OMG science
fromFuturism
7 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.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

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.
OMG science
fromFuturism
8 hours ago

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.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

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.
more#astrobiology
#hygiene
more#hygiene
#environmental-science
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fromNature
2 days ago

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.
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fromArs Technica
1 week ago

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
fromNature
2 days ago

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.
OMG science
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

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.
more#environmental-science
#innovation
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

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
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

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
2 months ago

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
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

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.
more#innovation
OMG science
fromNature
1 week ago

Hunting extreme microbes that redefine the limits of life

The book explores unique microorganisms living under extreme conditions on Earth.
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fromNews Center
1 week ago

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

Bacteria use specific sugar binding mechanisms to target host cells for infection.
#bacteria
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 months ago

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.
OMG science
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

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.
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 months ago

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.
OMG science
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

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.
more#bacteria
#antibiotic-resistance
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

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
1 month ago

Researchers Found Promising Antibiotic In Garden Soil

A new molecule, lariocidin, discovered from soil samples shows promise in treating antibiotic-resistant e. coli infections.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

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
1 month ago

Researchers Found Promising Antibiotic In Garden Soil

A new molecule, lariocidin, discovered from soil samples shows promise in treating antibiotic-resistant e. coli infections.
more#antibiotic-resistance
#climate-change
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

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
fromNature
1 month ago

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.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

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
fromNature
1 month ago

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.
more#climate-change
#louis-pasteur
more#louis-pasteur
#human-health
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

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.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

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.
more#human-health
Alternative medicine
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

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
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

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.
OMG science
fromMail Online
5 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.
OMG science
fromMail Online
5 months ago

Scientists warn over 'mirror bacteria' that could wipe out mankind

Lab-made synthetic organisms pose unprecedented risks, potentially endangering life on Earth as they could bypass natural immune defenses.
Television
fromTechCrunch
8 months ago

Endolith is using 'Olympic caliber' copper microbes to address the copper shortage | TechCrunch

Copper is essential for the energy transition, but supply is expected to fall short of demand.
Endolith uses microbes to enhance copper recovery from mines, potentially increasing yields significantly.
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