Scientists at LSU have patented a novel way to kill cancer cells using staph bacteria, sometimes called the “superbug.” ...

Why dead bacteria are the secret to a happier gut - Postbiotics are stealing the spotlight for their ability to support digestion and immunity, says Louise Pyne ...

Common gut bacteria use protein delivery systems to interact directly with human cells, reshaping how scientists view the ...

A new study finds that a trait helping a marine bacterium survive and flourish today may ultimately become its Achilles Heel as ocean conditions continue to shift.

In tight spaces that trap most microbes, one bacterium keeps moving by reconfiguring how it swims, revealing a new biological ...

Viruses attack nearly every living organism on Earth. To do so, they rely on highly specialized proteins that recognize and ...

A new study reveals how bacteria in the gut can help determine whether the amino acid asparagine from the diet will feed ...

A new Indian study finds dust storms from the Thar desert can transport disease-linked bacteria to the Eastern Himalayas, altering mountain air and raising fresh public health concerns.

Researchers from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine), have uncovered how a ...

A destructive plant pathogen has long puzzled scientists with its ability to move swiftly through crops and cause sudden, ...

Showers can be home to a multitude of microbes, but this accessory can hold 10 million bacteria per square inch after just two weeks of improper cleaning. Here’s how to make sure you’re leaving the ...

You might want to check in your laundry room to see whether you have one of the recalled stain removers in your cupboard.