Bacteria Found on Asteroid Has Shocking Origin

SPACE 11.25.2024 19:13 PM

A recent discovery of Earth-based microbes in Ryugu asteroid samples underscores the challenges of contamination control in space missions.

Morning Breath Explained: Why People May Experience Bad Breath Upon Waking Up

07.01.2024 01:22 AM

Some people have morning breaths when they wake up due to the overnight buildup of bacteria. Read to learn more.

Dozens of People Hospitalized in Moscow Due to Suspected Botulism From Rare Food Poisoning

06.17.2024 23:43 PM

The toxic outbreak is suspected to come from salads distributed by a popular online delivery service. Read to learn more.

Can AI Revolutionize Antibiotic Discovery? Discovering Ancient Molecules To Combat Drug-Resistant Bacteria

06.13.2024 03:45 AM

Can AI revolutionize antibiotic discovery? Explore how ancient molecules might combat drug-resistant bacteria. Read more about this groundbreaking research!

New Antibiotic Targets Deadly Bacteria Without Harming Gut Microbiome: A ‘Smart’ Drug?

05.30.2024 03:30 AM

Discover the new antibiotic that targets deadly bacteria without harming the gut microbiome. Is this the future of 'smart' drugs? Read more about this groundbreaking development.

Protein Nanowires Made by Bacteria Show Potential in Developing Next Generation of Sustainable Electronics

05.01.2024 02:58 AM

Scientists modified engineered protein filaments originally produced by bacteria to conduct electricity, opening avenues for green electronics. Check this article to learn more.

Cockroaches Are Health Hazards: How Dangerous Can They Be?

04.30.2024 22:06 PM

How dangerous could cockroaches be for health? Read to learn more. The dangers posed by cockroaches could be equivalent to that of an asthma trigger or allergen source.

Public Health Alert: Various Ground Beef Products Produced in Late March Could Be Contaminated With E. Coli, US FSIS Warns

04.26.2024 00:28 AM

The Food Safety and Inspection (FSIS) has alerted of E. coli contamination in ground beef products produced in late March. Read to learn more.

4,000-Year-Old Teeth Reveal Microbiome From Bronze Age; What Does Bacterial Genome Say About Evolution of Human Diet?

04.01.2024 04:32 AM

Genetic analyses of microbiomes from ancient teeth reveal major changes in the oral microenvironment from the Bronze Age to the modern times. Check this article to learn more.

Shigellosis Outbreak in California County: 27 Possible Cases Under Observation

03.03.2024 01:55 AM

A Shigellosis outbreak is being monitored in the county of Santa Cruz as case count reaches 27. Read to learn more.

Reprogrammed Bacteria: Radio Waves Can Alter Microbes to Become Life-Saving Drugs With 91% Efficacy

03.01.2024 02:00 AM

Scientists have found a new way to alter the DNA of bacterial cells to produce vital medicine like insulin. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Leptospira Bacteria Isolated and Genotyped for the First Time; New Variant Affects Cattle on Austrian Farms

02.27.2024 02:00 AM

A new study reveals that cattle on Austrian farms can carry Leptospira bacteria and can infect humans and other animals. Learn more about it in this article.

Man Eats Raw Chicken For Weeks Without Getting Sick Despite Risk of Fatal Food Poisoning

02.25.2024 01:50 AM

The safest way to consume chicken is by cooking it but one eats them raw without suffering from food poisoning. Continue reading to learn more.

Antibiotics May Eventually Not Work As Bacteria Mutate, Acquire Resistance Randomly [Study]

02.23.2024 08:55 AM

Bacteria could develop antibiotic resistance even if they hadn't encountered one before. Continue reading to learn more.

Virus vs. Bacteria vs. Fungi: How Do These Germs and Their Infections Differ From One Another?

02.15.2024 21:07 PM

Viral, fungal, and bacterial infections all have different pathogenic causes and courses for treatment. Read to learn more about these pathogens.

Low-Cost Microbe: Engineered Bacteria Used As Alternative Host for Scalable Synthetic Biological Experiments

02.15.2024 09:09 AM

A team of researchers have created a new version of a low-cost microbe to compete with E. coli which is commonly used as a research tool. Learn more about it in this article.

Artificial Worm Gut Developed by Scientists Can Break Down Plastics; New Method May Address Global Plastic Pollution

02.11.2024 00:50 AM

The artificial worm gut has exhibited potential to offer more efficient plastic degradation in real-life applications. Read to learn more.

Space Salad Risks: Study Shows Salmonella Susceptibility, Concerns for Deep Space Missions

02.06.2024 00:18 AM

ISS astronauts cultivate space salad as a healthy alternative, but new research shows an increased vulnerability to infections in microgravity-grown plants. Check out more details in this article.

Tomato Juice Found To Have Properties That Could Kill Gut-Attacking Salmonella Bacteria [STUDY]

01.31.2024 20:23 PM

Researchers found that tomatoes contain two peptides that could kill Salmonella typhi. Read to learn more.

Odd 'Obelisk' Viroids Uncovered in Human Mouth, Gut Could Affect Gene Activity Within Microbiome, Study Finds

01.29.2024 23:07 PM

Scientists were able to find "Obelisk" viroids in the human gut and mouth. Read to learn more.

Oldest Bacteria Genome of Syphilis Relative Discovered in Skeletons From 2,000 Years Ago in Brazil

01.24.2024 23:59 PM

Bacterial DNA findings suggests that a relative disease of syphilis may have reached South America before European contact arrived. Read to learn more.