Astronauts Scheduled for a Spacewalk To Explore the Exterior of International Space Station, Check for Surviving Microorganisms

Medicine & Technology Jun 12, 2024

NASA astronauts are scheduled to venture outside the ISS to see if samples of microorganisms attached to the exterior of the outposts have survived. Find out more about it in this article.

Roman Baths Host Diverse Array of Microorganisms; Could They Help Scientists Fight Against Antibiotic Resistance?

May 31, 2024

Around 300 distinct types of bacteria were discovered across various sites in the Roman Baths, with candidate groups known for antibiotic production. Find out more about it in this article.

Fish Are Shrinking As Climate Change Warms Oceans and Damages Microorganisms, Study Reveals

Mar 01, 2024

Climate change is decreasing fish weight in the western Northern Pacific Ocean as warmer water limits their food supplies. Check this article to learn more.

Postmortem Life? Some Microbes Continue To Live On After Human Death, Study Suggests

Oct 02, 2023

A new study shows that microbes live on even after death and even have vital roles in nitrogen recycling. Read to learn more.

Unusual Bacterium From Stray Cat Bite Leads to Unprecedented Infection in UK Man

Aug 07, 2023

A 48-year-old man in the UK contracted a unique bacterium after being bitten by a stray cat, leading to severe hand swelling and extensive infection. Continue reading to learn more.

Self-Sustained Droplet Levitation Can Provide New Approach to Exploring Airborne Viruses and Microorganisms

Jul 19, 2023

The droplet levitation technique has become a promising approach for exploring airborne viruses and microorganisms. Find out how in this article.

Wax-Worm Saliva May Help Save the Earth; Important Implications for Future Sustainable Plastic Disposal Shown in New Study

Oct 05, 2022

A molecule in wax-worm saliva has been found to break down one of the most-polluting plastic forms minus the need for high-energy inputs. Read to know more.

Study on Tardigrade's Ability in Surviving Extreme Dehydration May Help Humans Live in Intense Temperature

Sep 07, 2022

Meet the Tardigrade. Mini water bears that can survive an apocalypse? Read here to know the science about tardigrades' amazing adaptability.

Boron Nitride Nanoparticles Possible 100% Potential As Substitute for Antibiotics, Surgery, Implantology, Traumatology

Aug 19, 2022

Research demonstrated a material based on boron nitride nanoparticles as a substitute for antibiotics. Read to know more about this new nanotechnology.

Are Nanoparticles Replacing Antibiotics? Plants May Be Used As Drug Alternative

Apr 08, 2022

Researchers have developed a mechanism using nanoparticles that may potentially replace antibiotics. Learn more about the mass phytoproduction method here.

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.

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.

Is Microbial Diversity Increasing or Declining? Study Seeks Answers

Apr 20, 2021

A study might have sought to track the growing or waning trend of microbial diversity, but the challenges are currently insurmountable.

Bacteria Regeneration May Be Key to Building Stronger Cars, Airplanes, and Armors

Feb 23, 2021

Researchers are using the abilities of bacteria to make engineering materials stronger, tolerant, and resilient.

New Research Shows Microbes on Earth Could Temporarily Live on Martian Surface

Feb 22, 2021

A new study from NASA and scientists at the German Aerospace Center discovered that some bacteria on Earth could temporarily survive on the Martian surface.