The human body is colonized by a variety of different microorganisms such as bacteria, yeasts and fungi. All these microbial co-inhabitants—known as the microbiome or… Read More »Researchers discover new bacterial group in the gut microbiome
Antibiotics have revolutionized the field of medicine, providing effective tools to combat bacterial infections and save countless lives. These powerful medications, derived from natural sources… Read More »Antibiotic
In a groundbreaking study published in Science Advances, researchers from Wellesley College, in collaboration with other institutions, have delved into the intricate relationship between the… Read More »Gut bugs boost brains: How your child’s microbiome affects thinking
For many of us, when we think of microbiomes, our first thoughts are probably about the beneficial microorganisms that live in our guts. But now,… Read More »Microbes in fruit fly microbiome boost reproduction by controlling germline stem cells
The human microbiome, a complex and dynamic community of microorganisms residing in and on the human body, plays a crucial role in maintaining health and… Read More »The microbiome and human health
Microbiology is a scientific discipline that explores the microscopic world of microorganisms, encompassing a diverse array of organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.… Read More »What is microbiology?
Maintaining a robust immune system is crucial for overall well-being. Incorporating nutrient-rich foods into your diet is a proactive way to support immune function. Here… Read More »10 Foods that can boost your immune system
An increasingly important field of work in modern life sciences is the study of the symbiotic coexistence of animals, plants, and humans with their specific… Read More »Scientists unveil the role of microbiome in controlling hydra’s feeding behavior
When bacteria build communities, they cooperate and share nutrients across generations. Researchers at the University of Basel have been able to demonstrate this for the… Read More »Bacteria cooperate and share nutrients across generations
Microbial communities, or microbiomes, are essential for safeguarding human and environmental health through the most widely used biotechnological process on our planet: biological wastewater treatment.… Read More »Predict the behavior of microbial communities in wastewater treatment
New research from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has delved into the connection between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),… Read More »Mediterranean diet may help reduce PTSD symptoms, study finds
The gut bacteria residing naturally in our digestive tracts have far-reaching effects beyond aiding in food digestion. Scientific research has unveiled their involvement in the… Read More »Gut microbiome plays a key role in placental development, study finds
Researchers at Oregon State University—Cascades have made a fascinating discovery in their study involving gut microbes from wild wolves. They believe that these microbes could… Read More »Gut microbes from wild wolves may hold key to treating canine inflammatory bowel disease
Periodontal disease is a prevalent canine ailment, affecting around 80% of dogs aged three and older. It typically commences as gingivitis, marked by red and… Read More »Pomegranate extract water additive reduces plaque and tartar in dogs
In a recent research investigation, scientists from Inserm, namely Melissa Kordahi and Benoit Chassaing, along with their colleagues from the Institut Cochin and Université Paris… Read More »Flagellin immunization protects mice from detrimental effects of food additives
Pneumonia stands as a significant global health concern, causing illness and death worldwide due to bacterial, viral, or fungal lung infections. The human respiratory tract’s… Read More »Respiratory tract microbiome influences severity of bacterial pneumonia
Biologists often simplify ecosystems by focusing on individual species, like herring, crabs, or anemone fish, without considering the intricate world of parasites that live within… Read More »Parasites: The hidden players in food webs
In a recent exploratory study conducted by Sebastian Hunter and his team at the University of British Columbia, Canada, a potential link between the composition… Read More »Gut microbiome linked to early cognitive development in infants
Researchers from North Carolina State University and UNC-Greensboro have discovered a bacterium in North Carolina that causes scrub typhus, a disease not previously reported in… Read More »New study finds scrub typhus bacteria in North Carolina
In a groundbreaking clinical trial published in the prestigious journal Nature Medicine, researchers from Lawson Health Research Institute, the Centre hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal… Read More »Fecal microbiota transplants show promise in improving response to immunotherapy for melanoma