A new study finds that a trait helping a marine bacterium survive and flourish today…
Browsing: Microbiology
Microbiology is the branch of science that studies microscopic organisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and algae. These tiny life forms play crucial roles in ecosystems, human health, and industry—ranging from causing infectious diseases to aiding digestion and driving biotechnological innovations. Microbiology spans a wide range of research areas, such as antibiotic resistance, microbial ecology, and the development of vaccines. As our understanding of microbial life deepens, microbiology remains at the forefront of scientific discovery, offering insights into both the challenges and benefits of the microbial world.
Scientists have uncovered a direct molecular mechanism by which gut bacteria inject proteins into human…
A bacterium best known for causing gum disease may also influence how breast cancer begins…
Researchers in Sweden have identified an unexpected biological mechanism that could influence future cancer treatments.…
Scientists have uncovered an unexpected biological factor hidden within the most common type of kidney…
Tiny plastic particles may be quietly reshaping microbial life in drinking water systems. Nanoplastics already…
New research shows that the gene PTPN2 helps regulate gut bacteria and plays a key…
A destructive plant pathogen has long puzzled scientists with its ability to move swiftly through…
The flour you choose helps decide which microbes run your sourdough and how it tastes.…
Human breast milk contains its own microbial ecosystem, and new research suggests these microbes may…
A new study suggests that a naturally occurring compound made by healthy gut bacteria may…
Sourdough fermentation reshapes wheat fibers through enzyme activity, influencing bread texture, nutrition, and flavor. Bread…
Researchers found that a common antibiotic-resistant bacterium prevents wounds from healing by chemically paralyzing skin…
The protein called intelectin-2 plays another important role by reinforcing the protective mucus layer that…
A clinical trial found that a brief, calorie-restricted diet improved symptoms and reduced inflammation in…
Scientists have uncovered a way to make existing antifungal drugs work again against deadly, drug-resistant…
Ushikuvirus is a newly identified giant virus that infects amoebas, adding to a growing group…
A global DNA deep dive shows why E. coli infections in diabetic foot wounds can…