Scientists are trying to understand how complex life emerged on Earth about 2 billion years ago. Our microbial ancestors could be the key.
Live bacteria from the digestive system can travel directly into the brain when the intestinal barrier is weakened. This ...
Engineered microbes may find use in living, long-term mosquito repellent By Ben Coxworth July 30, 2024 Unlike their natural counterparts, two types of genetically engineered skin bacteria don't ...
The "hygiene hypothesis" suggests exposure to diverse types of microbes may protect against developing diseases caused by allergens, but a new study in mice reveals that adults' exposure to diverse ...