It has puzzled scientists for years whether and how bacteria, that live from dissolved organic matter in marine waters, can ...

This study uncovers key morphological and ultrastructural similarities between cable bacteria genera. The periplasmic ...

Electron microscopy images reveal crucial structures and mechanisms within the molecular machinery that certain bacteria use ...

Biologists converted gut bacteria into miniature protein factories that manufacture and release a sustained flow of targeted proteins inside the lower intestines. This technique solves one of the ...

A recent study examines the effectiveness of environmental strains for the production of biocement. The study's lead author, ...

Addressing one of the longstanding challenges in gastrointestinal drug delivery, Virginia Tech researchers have transformed gut bacteria into tiny protein factories. These engineered microbes ...

Their discovery showed that even tucked away in our innards – in the walls of our stomachs, subjected to vinegar-like pH ...

Microbial genetics is the study of the mechanisms of heritable information in microorganisms, including bacteria, archaea, viruses and some protozoa and fungi. Some bacteria use a large protein ...

Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria can replace chemical fertilizers, but they are susceptible to harsh environmental conditions. Here, the authors report on a protective hydrogel for promoting ...

Bacterial infections continue to pose a significant threat to global public health, despite advancements in prevention, treatment, and control measures. The dynamic interplay between host and pathogen ...

However which bacteria confer benefit and mechanisms of action remain poorly defined. Dendritic cells, which are pivotal in early bacterial recognition, tolerance induction, and shaping of T cell ...

Feb. 19, 2025 — New research has yielded promising results in the fight against campylobacter in free-range chicken flocks. Trials demonstrate that adding biochar to chicken feed can reduce ...