While mirror bacteria may sound like a fun time, a group of 40 renowned scientists conclude it is probably not worth the risk.

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Science suggests that high-tech hand dryers may actually be "microbial catapults" that blast bacteria back onto your skin.

The quest for new antibiotics is going back to the Stone Age. The urgency to identify possible candidates has never been greater as the global population faces nearly 5 million deaths every year that ...

Drug-resistant bacteria are one of the most pressing health crises of our time, with predictions that they could claim up to 2 million lives annually by 2050. As scientists search for innovative ...

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A bacterial defense system called SPARDA employs kamikaze-like tactics to protect cells and could be useful in future ...

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Researchers studying cyanobacteria from hot springs in Thailand have discovered a new natural UV-blocking compound with ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Bacteria operate by a pretty simple set of biological commands ...