The cellular slime mold Dictyostelium discoideum is a soil microbe that produces diverse natural products with potential ...

Avoiding pollution in the first place would be best. But as we transition to a post-carbon future, biological solutions can help us find a path forward. Bioremediation is a fascinating area to explore ...

Through photosynthesis, plants use sunlight to convert water and carbon dioxide into energy-rich carbon compounds such as glucose. These compounds not only sustain the plant's own growth and ...

A new study, led by researchers at the University of Liverpool, has revealed how pathogenic bacteria construct tiny ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio – While emerging evidence suggests pesticides can be toxic to the mix of microorganisms in the digestive system, a new study is the first to map changes to specific gut bacteria based ...

When one thinks about a diverse environment, indoor areas usually don’t come to mind. However, indoor environments are ripe for microorganisms, which can enter on humans and via exchanges with outdoor ...