Do we have microbes in our brains? A theory that divides scientistsThe existence of a brain microbiome in fish has implications for understanding neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.
'Conan the Bacterium' can survive extreme radiation, and scientists finally know whyDeinococcus radiodurans' remarkable radiation resistance is due to the interaction of manganese ions, phosphate, and peptides forming a powerful antioxidant.
The colorful community of microbes hiding in Yellowstone's hot springsMicrobes in Yellowstone's hot springs interact within complex communities, revealing emergent behaviors that enhance understanding of microbial life and evolution.
'Conan the Bacterium' can survive extreme radiation, and scientists finally know whyDeinococcus radiodurans' remarkable radiation resistance is due to the interaction of manganese ions, phosphate, and peptides forming a powerful antioxidant.
The colorful community of microbes hiding in Yellowstone's hot springsMicrobes in Yellowstone's hot springs interact within complex communities, revealing emergent behaviors that enhance understanding of microbial life and evolution.
Microbes in space: how bacteria could help sustain long-distance space travelMicroorganisms have potential for mining and sustainable practices in space exploration.
Microbes can colonize space, produce drugs and create energy researchers are simulating their inner workings to harness howResearchers are digitally recreating microbial processes to more efficiently produce useful chemicals for various industries.
Microbes in space: how bacteria could help sustain long-distance space travelMicroorganisms have potential for mining and sustainable practices in space exploration.
Microbes can colonize space, produce drugs and create energy researchers are simulating their inner workings to harness howResearchers are digitally recreating microbial processes to more efficiently produce useful chemicals for various industries.
The skin's 'surprise' power: it has its very own immune systemThe skin can produce its own antibodies, suggesting a novel target for needle-free vaccine development.
Understanding How Poxviruses Hijack Protein Production - News CenterPoxviruses manipulate host ribosomes to enhance their protein production by altering the ribosomal structure, not its composition, during infection.
The skin's 'surprise' power: it has its very own immune systemThe skin can produce its own antibodies, suggesting a novel target for needle-free vaccine development.
Understanding How Poxviruses Hijack Protein Production - News CenterPoxviruses manipulate host ribosomes to enhance their protein production by altering the ribosomal structure, not its composition, during infection.
Scientists Recreate the Conditions That Sparked Complex LifeResearchers successfully induced endosymbiosis in the lab for the first time, shedding light on this pivotal evolutionary process.
Scientists Find Signs of Life Deep Inside the EarthMicrobial diversity in the Earth's subsurface may exceed that of surface environments, challenging previous assumptions.
Scientists Recreate the Conditions That Sparked Complex LifeResearchers successfully induced endosymbiosis in the lab for the first time, shedding light on this pivotal evolutionary process.
Scientists Find Signs of Life Deep Inside the EarthMicrobial diversity in the Earth's subsurface may exceed that of surface environments, challenging previous assumptions.
Scientists Cracked Open a 2-Billion-Year-Old Stone and Discovered Something Entirely UnexpectedThe 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 planetLuca, our earliest ancestor, indicates life on Earth began swiftly, suggesting the potential for abundant life elsewhere in the universe.
You can thank these ancient microbes for your immune systemHumans may owe an evolutionary debt to Asgard archaea, revealing insights into the origins of life.
Scientists Cracked Open a 2-Billion-Year-Old Stone and Discovered Something Entirely UnexpectedThe 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 planetLuca, our earliest ancestor, indicates life on Earth began swiftly, suggesting the potential for abundant life elsewhere in the universe.
You can thank these ancient microbes for your immune systemHumans may owe an evolutionary debt to Asgard archaea, revealing insights into the origins of life.
The two areas of your bathroom that are 'teeming' with virusesShowerheads and toothbrushes contain numerous unique viruses, prompting a reevaluation of bathroom hygiene.
Tons of Viruses Live in Your Toothbrush and ShowerheadBathroom items like toothbrushes and showerheads host diverse viruses, mainly phages, which could enhance our understanding of microbiology and antimicrobial development.
Urgent warning as scientist reveals gyms are 'riddled with germs'Gyms harbor significant germs, particularly in warm, wet areas, posing health risks to users.
The two areas of your bathroom that are 'teeming' with virusesShowerheads and toothbrushes contain numerous unique viruses, prompting a reevaluation of bathroom hygiene.
Tons of Viruses Live in Your Toothbrush and ShowerheadBathroom items like toothbrushes and showerheads host diverse viruses, mainly phages, which could enhance our understanding of microbiology and antimicrobial development.
Urgent warning as scientist reveals gyms are 'riddled with germs'Gyms harbor significant germs, particularly in warm, wet areas, posing health risks to users.
These are the 20 most-studied bacteria - the majority have been ignoredArtificial intelligence struggles to synthesize information on under-researched bacteria due to the overwhelming focus on a few model organisms.
Scientists find 'crazy' new lifeform hiding inside human bodiesResearchers discovered a new lifeform named 'obelisks' in humans, which could play significant roles in biodiversity and health.
Scientists warn over 'mirror bacteria' that could wipe out mankindLab-made synthetic organisms pose unprecedented risks, potentially endangering life on Earth as they could bypass natural immune defenses.
Glorious Germs, Ready for Their Close-UpMicroscopic world beauty captured through bacterial photography.Elevating bacteria through artistic imagination while honoring their presence and potential.
Scientists warn over 'mirror bacteria' that could wipe out mankindLab-made synthetic organisms pose unprecedented risks, potentially endangering life on Earth as they could bypass natural immune defenses.
Glorious Germs, Ready for Their Close-UpMicroscopic world beauty captured through bacterial photography.Elevating bacteria through artistic imagination while honoring their presence and potential.
Tiny Matters Joins Multitude - New Partnership With American Cancer Society - Podcaster NewsTiny Matters explores the significant impact of genetics, microbes, and science on our world, hosted by scientists Sam Jones and Deboki Chakravarti.
Why I changed my mind - Harvard GazetteExploration of faith and life perspectives serves as a catalyst for personal growth among Harvard students.
Raw milk producer optimistic after being shut down for bird flu detectionThe H5N1 outbreak in cattle poses unknown risks to raw milk consumers, as no evidence of milk-borne transmission has been definitively established.
Mutant superbugs pose a threat to human life in spaceMicrobial adaptability in space poses a potential health risk due to enhanced virulence of certain bacteria under microgravity conditions.
Enlisting Microbes to Break Down Forever Chemicals'Bacteria may offer a natural solution to break down PFAS chemicals, improving environmental cleanup strategies.
Mutant superbugs pose a threat to human life in spaceMicrobial adaptability in space poses a potential health risk due to enhanced virulence of certain bacteria under microgravity conditions.
Enlisting Microbes to Break Down Forever Chemicals'Bacteria may offer a natural solution to break down PFAS chemicals, improving environmental cleanup strategies.
Coloniser' microbes to superbugs: How antibiotic resistance behavesAntimicrobial resistance could revert us to a pre-antibiotic era, posing threats to global health.Dr. Sylvia Omulo's research on harmless microbes offers insights for combating AMR.
Disinfectant-resistant SUPERBUGS are breeding in busy citiesIncreased use of disinfectants in urban settings may contribute to the rise of disinfectant-resistant superbugs.
A Fix for Antibiotic Resistance Could Be Hiding in The PastPhage therapy demonstrates potential as a solution to antibiotic resistance in bacterial infections.
Superbacteria's double defense against antibiotics is discoveredSuperbugs like MRSA pose significant global health risks due to rising antibiotic resistance, leading to over a million deaths annually.
Pathogenic microbes blown vast distances by winds, scientists discoverMicrobes may travel long distances on high-level winds, highlighting the risk of antibiotic resistance spreading across regions.
Scientists Took Swabs of Toothbrushes and Were Shocked by the Hundreds of Viruses They FoundScientists discovered over 600 distinct viruses on toothbrushes and showerheads, predominantly helpful bacteriophages that may aid in combating antibiotic-resistant infections.
Coloniser' microbes to superbugs: How antibiotic resistance behavesAntimicrobial resistance could revert us to a pre-antibiotic era, posing threats to global health.Dr. Sylvia Omulo's research on harmless microbes offers insights for combating AMR.
Disinfectant-resistant SUPERBUGS are breeding in busy citiesIncreased use of disinfectants in urban settings may contribute to the rise of disinfectant-resistant superbugs.
A Fix for Antibiotic Resistance Could Be Hiding in The PastPhage therapy demonstrates potential as a solution to antibiotic resistance in bacterial infections.
Superbacteria's double defense against antibiotics is discoveredSuperbugs like MRSA pose significant global health risks due to rising antibiotic resistance, leading to over a million deaths annually.
Pathogenic microbes blown vast distances by winds, scientists discoverMicrobes may travel long distances on high-level winds, highlighting the risk of antibiotic resistance spreading across regions.
Scientists Took Swabs of Toothbrushes and Were Shocked by the Hundreds of Viruses They FoundScientists discovered over 600 distinct viruses on toothbrushes and showerheads, predominantly helpful bacteriophages that may aid in combating antibiotic-resistant infections.
Scientists Discover Ancient Viruses Frozen in GlacierThe discovery of over 1,700 dormant viruses in the Guliya Glacier links climate change to ancient viral communities. Most viruses are previously unknown.
Hidden players: the bacteria-killing viruses of the gut microbiomeThe gut microbiome includes a largely unexplored realm of viruses called bacteriophages, which significantly influence gut ecology and human health.
Scientists Discover Ancient Viruses Frozen in GlacierThe discovery of over 1,700 dormant viruses in the Guliya Glacier links climate change to ancient viral communities. Most viruses are previously unknown.
Hidden players: the bacteria-killing viruses of the gut microbiomeThe gut microbiome includes a largely unexplored realm of viruses called bacteriophages, which significantly influence gut ecology and human health.
An ancient ecospecies of Helicobacter pylori - NatureGlobal Helicobacter diversity was assessed through over 9,000 genome sequences, highlighting distinct populations and their geographic variations.
Your toothbrush is home to hundreds of new viruses. They could be the future of biotech.A study identified unique bacteriophage on toothbrushes and shower heads, which could help combat antibiotic-resistant pathogens.
Scientists Found a Surprising Way to Make Fungus HappySound can significantly enhance the growth of beneficial fungi in soil, potentially improving forest health.
Bacteria is being used to restore church frescoes in ItalyBacteria can effectively assist in art restoration, offering a modern, less damaging alternative to traditional methods.
Intragenic DNA inversions expand bacterial coding capacity - NatureBacterial diversity arises from phase variation, enabling adaptive gene expression changes.
Bacteria is being used to restore church frescoes in ItalyBacteria can effectively assist in art restoration, offering a modern, less damaging alternative to traditional methods.
Intragenic DNA inversions expand bacterial coding capacity - NatureBacterial diversity arises from phase variation, enabling adaptive gene expression changes.
What's Poisoning These Scientists' Lab Experiments?The recent failure of yeast experiments in multiple labs has been traced back to contaminated agar, highlighting a serious issue that affects research across the world.
Some Viruses Prey On Bacteria - Are They the Forgotten Secret To Medical Cures?Phage therapy, once overlooked, is regaining interest in combating antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections.
Hauser Named 2024 Tripartite Prize Awardee - News CenterAlan Hauser, MD, PhD, awarded the 2024 Tripartite Legacy Faculty Prize for excellence in research and education in microbiology and immunology.
Some Viruses Prey On Bacteria - Are They the Forgotten Secret To Medical Cures?Phage therapy, once overlooked, is regaining interest in combating antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections.
Hauser Named 2024 Tripartite Prize Awardee - News CenterAlan Hauser, MD, PhD, awarded the 2024 Tripartite Legacy Faculty Prize for excellence in research and education in microbiology and immunology.
10,000 Feet Up, Scientists Found Hundreds of Airborne GermsThe atmosphere contains a diverse range of bacteria and fungi that could potentially impact human health.
Endolith is using 'Olympic caliber' copper microbes to address the copper shortage | TechCrunchCopper 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.
Ancient Viruses Preserved in Glaciers Show Adaptation to Climate ChangeAncient viruses preserved in glaciers can provide insights into climate change adaptation over thousands of years.
Ancient Viruses Contain Hidden Secrets About Our Climate's Past - Here's What They RevealResearch on viruses in glacier ice reveals their adaptation to climate changes over 41,000 years, offering insights into past ecosystems and climate conditions.
Ancient Viruses Preserved in Glaciers Show Adaptation to Climate ChangeAncient viruses preserved in glaciers can provide insights into climate change adaptation over thousands of years.
Ancient Viruses Contain Hidden Secrets About Our Climate's Past - Here's What They RevealResearch on viruses in glacier ice reveals their adaptation to climate changes over 41,000 years, offering insights into past ecosystems and climate conditions.
A joint bacterial effort to produce vitamin B12Vitamin B12 synthesis can be achieved by two bacterial strains producing different components, challenging the perception of exclusive synthesis by specific bacteria.
How Herpes Hijacks a Ride into Cells - News CenterHerpes viruses use cellular transport processes to infiltrate the nervous system.
Mucus Saves Your Life Every DayThe accidental discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming started by adding nasal mucus to a petri dish of bacteria in 1921.Support for science journalism is crucial for sharing impactful stories about discoveries shaping our world.