Researchers Track Early Migrations of Siberians to America Using Human Gut

Medicine & Technology Jun 14, 2021

Early migrations of humans to the Americas from Siberia around 12,000 years ago have been traced using the bacteria they carried.

New Bacterium Nearly Absent in Obese, Diabetic People But Found in Healthy Individuals

Jun 10, 2021

Researchers have recently studied a new bacterium known as Subdoligranulum that's nearly absent in obese and diabetic people, while found in healthy individuals.

Bacteriophage Viruses Could Help in the Fight Against Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

Jun 07, 2021

Understanding the interaction between pathogens could help us understand how they behave in relation to others and even use them toward our advantage.

Skin Releases Enzymes That Ignore Bacteria to Prevent Constant Inflammation

May 24, 2021

Scientists have recently found enzymes that ignore bacteria on the skin to prevent constant inflammation. They protect the skin and the body as a whole from external dangers.

Salmonella Outbreaks in 43 States Linked to Backyard Chickens, CDC Warns

May 21, 2021

The CDC warns backyard poultry owners to not kiss and snuggle poultry chickens or eat and drink near them after recording 163 salmonella cases across 43 states.

New Harmless Bacteria Strain Could Fight Dog's Bad Breath, Could Last for Up to Two Hours!

May 13, 2021

Scientists from the University of Arizona have developed a harmless bacteria strain that cures bad breath in dogs. It is modified to mimic the smell of pear and mint.

37,400 Animals Species and Microorganisms at Risk of Extinction, Putting Human Survival Under Threat

May 09, 2021

The International Union for Conservation of Nature o IUCN recently said that more than 37,400 animal species are at risk of disappearing or becoming extinct. This also puts human survival under threat.

Inner Workings of Potent Antibiotic of “Last Resort” That Annihilates Bacteria Revealed

May 04, 2021

Researchers have revealed how the potent antibiotic of "last resort" kills bacteria, attacking its two membranes before making them burst.

Bacteria Could Help Synthesize Safe, Stable Copper, Study Shows

Apr 26, 2021

A new method of harvesting copper might be more efficient and safer than existing methods.

Why Do We See Bacteria in Sinks? Study Says It’s Because of Handwashing

Apr 21, 2021

Scientists recently found bacteria in sinks are the result of handwashing. Specifically, they discovered that this practice, that has shaped communities of microbes that stay and grow in domestic sinks' plumbing.

Healthy Diet Plan: Mathematical Model for Gut Bacteria May Be the Key

Apr 20, 2021

A new mathematical model for the interaction of gut bacteria could help in creating new probiotics and design healthy diet plans to prevent diseases.

Legionnaire’s Disease Detected in Macon Hotel Hot Tub: Where Is Its Origin? What Are the Symptoms, Treatment?

Apr 17, 2021

Two cases of Legionnaire's disease have been diagnosed in two individuals in Macon, Missouri - and local health officials warn visitors of the pool and hot tub at a local Inn.

Deep Sea Bacteria Releases Excess Carbon to the Oceans, Atmosphere

Apr 14, 2021

New research finds deep-sea bacteria corroding carbon-containing rocks releasing excess carbon to the oceans and atmosphere.

Scientists Fabricate Artificial Cell That Behaves Like an Actual One

Mar 30, 2021

In a breakthrough in genetic engineering, researchers have successfully fabricated an artificial single-cell organism that can grow and divide like a normal, natural cell.

Bacteria From Cat-Scratch Fever Associated With Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder

Mar 25, 2021

A study led by a UW-Madison veterinary medicine professor found evidence of Bartonella infection from the bacteria associated with cat-scratch among patients with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.