Phytoplasma Bacteria Knows How to Parasitize Plants; Slows Age Development and Turn Into 'Zombies'

Medicine & Technology Sep 20, 2021

A new study confirmed that Phytoplasmas can parasitize plants and turn them into 'zombies,' similar to what Ophiocordyceps can do to tropical ants.

Crop Plant Resiliency Using Energy Conversion Found During Photosynthesis; May Develop Immunity from Stress, Bacteria

Sep 11, 2021

A recent study on phtotsynthesis revealed a beneficial energy conversion process that could help crop plants more resilient against stress, bacterias, and even climate change extremities.

Superbugs Overcome Drugs Normally Used Against Them; May Help in Developing Evolutionary Medicine to Prevent Antibiotic Resistance

Sep 09, 2021

The term “superbug” may be described to be quite actual disease-causing bacteria that may have overcome the drugs typically taken against them.

New Renewable Energy Source Discovered in Bacteria; Tiny Biofuel Provider Probably Existed Before Life on Earth

Sep 01, 2021

Research explains how tiny bacteria can be a solution to the lack of renewable energy. The quest for the most eco-friendly and low-cost infrastructure for green energy begins with the bacteria Shewanella oneidensis.

Microorganisms Hidden in Passion Fruit Seeds Found Beneficial Rather Than Harmful; New Study Reveals Bacteria’s Help in Germination, Growth, and Defense

Aug 31, 2021

Researchers have successfully isolated bacteria from passion fruit seeds and as a result, they found, such microorganisms are not harmful to plants. In fact, they are discovered to be beneficial.

Saving Coastline Fortresses: Probiotics Boost Coral Health, Prevent Mortality From Heat Stress

Aug 16, 2021

As coral reefs worldwide suffer from bleaching and mortality due to heat stress, a new study found that probiotics could give corals better health and prevent them from dying.

New Antibacterial Technique for Surgical Implants Innovated Through Graphene and Acid Binding

Aug 10, 2021

A new innovation was developed to combat bacterial infection in surgical implants. The bactericidal method uses out of the ordinary materials: graphene and usnic acid.

Invasive Insect Extermination: Study Finds Nematode Bacteria as Effective Pesticide Against Fire Ants

Jul 29, 2021

Research on nematodes suggests that they can exterminate the colonies of the invasive fire ants through the bacteria present in their bodies.

Copper Atoms Kept Closer to Combat Bacteria, New Approach Shown in Study

Jul 28, 2021

Scientists discovered a new strategy involving copper atoms that are kept closer to enhance the hydrogen peroxide antibacterial activity.

Seafood and Plastics: How Microplastic Pollution Acts as 'Trojan Horse' to Marine Life and Ecology

Jul 27, 2021

A new study points out that the E.coli bacteria is probably present in the seafood that we eat due to microplastics present in the ocean.

How Dirty Are Our Beds? A Microbiologist Explains How Germs Live on Mattresses

Jul 19, 2021

Beds offer a level of comfort that people need at the end of the day. However, they are also home to many germs, viruses, and bugs that bring diseases. Here's what a microbiologist has to say about a dirty mattress.

'Harmless' Bacteria in Nose Drops Elicits Immune Response Against Deadly Brain Disease

Jul 14, 2021

Researchers in a study demonstrated that genetically modified friendly bacteria when mixed into nose drops could induce an immune response against a severe type of meningitis.

Mars Methane Detections: Are Scientists Ready to Explain These Occurrences on the Red Planet?

Jun 30, 2021

Recent reports of Mars methane detections have fascinated both scientists and non-scientists alike. On Earth, a substantial amount of methane is generated by bacteria that help most livestock digest plants.

Microplasma Jet Array New Treatment Against Middle Ear Infection

Jun 29, 2021

Otitis media or middle ear infection can now be treated through the help of the microplasma jet array, a device that targets and inactivates bacteria that causes the infection.

Legionnaires' disease Outbreak in North Portland Apartment Remains a Mystery

Jun 24, 2021

Residents in a North Portland apartment were forced to evacuate the building due to the legionnaires' disease outbreak that has been going on for six months.