For an oyster, creating an internal environment for calcification that forms its distinctive hard shell is essential. But new Harvard research has found that these bivalves may outsource the work, ...

Here’s what probiotics really do, why they work and how to get more of them in your diet.

Scientists have identified why some gut microbes successfully stay in the gut after fecal transplants, while others are much more transient. The King's College London discovery could help make the ...

Scientists at Arizona State University have uncovered surprising new ways bacteria move, even without their usual whip-like propellers called flagella. In one study, E. coli and salmonella were found ...

Scientists have identified why some gut microbes successfully stay in the gut after faecal transplants, whilst others are much more transient.

The experiment began with a straightforward prediction: microbes from older mice would age young ovaries. But when the ...

Scientists discovered that nitrous oxide can suppress certain soil microbes, potentially reshaping root microbiomes that help crops grow.

A University of Helsinki study has investigated bacterial adhesion, survival and transmission on untreated and treated wood surfaces under both laboratory and field conditions. The laboratory work ...

In recent years, kombucha has rapidly gained popularity among health enthusiasts and wellness experts alike. This slightly fizzy fermented tea, traditionally made using black or green tea, sugar, and ...

Researchers found that gut microbes may contribute to memory loss by disrupting signals between the intestine and the brain.

Study finds passports carry far more bacteria than shoes or phones do during travel. The lab experiment revealed surprising hygiene risks in common travel items.

Choosing the right foods can help soothe the digestive system and reduce inflammation ...