bacteria Archives

The Potential of Oysters in the Fight Against Superbugs

Superbugs have evolved to resist existing antimicrobial treatments, but new research into oysters may lead us to better antibiotics.

Biology Health

Infections from antibiotic resistant bacteria can be treated with small proteins found in the microbiome according to a new study.

Nitrogen-fixing bacteria help plants obtain a usable form of nitrogen. But what’s the science behind it, and how can it benefit crops?

Blue and red light are energy sources for microorganisms such as bacteria, and we can harness this energy to control bacteria growth.

Water quality may be headed for a rise as scientists work to develop new technology that uses bacteria to detect harmful heavy metals in water.

A common bacterium, Comamonas testosteroni, might hold the key to breaking down and recycling plastic waste on a large scale.

New research shows that bacteria found inside plant leaves can transfer their nitrogen and might eliminate the need for nitrogen fertilizers.

Biology Botany

Plants need water to grow, but too much water creates a perfect environment for plant bacteria, viruses, and fungi to…

Pathogens in bacteria could be eliminated on contact, according to a new study using the antimicrobial properties of copper and laser technology.

Health

Did you know that fiber, in addition to it’s other well-known benefits, can help your body fight off bacteria? Find out how!