A new study reveals that close social contacts, such as friends, influence the composition of the microbiota — the community ...

In mirror bacteria, however, the molecules of life are – as you might’ve guessed from the name – mirrored. At least, theoretically; no one’s actually made any mirror lifeforms yet ...

At universities and startups around the globe, researchers are searching for microbes that could be used as food.

“If bacteria survive in a harsh, polluted environment, it’s probably because they have adapted to use surrounding chemical ...

In biology textbooks, the endoplasmic reticulum is often portrayed as a distinct, compact organelle near the nucleus, and is ...

Oral squamous cell cancer (OSCC) is a deadly disease that starts in the cells lining the mouth. It is often diagnosed late, making it hard to treat. Each year, around 450,000 people die from OSCC, ...

What you eat isn't just nutrition for you, it also feeds the trillions of bacteria that live in your gut. Every person is different, but if you want to improve your digestion, lose weight or look ...

Experiments and modeling reveal the unexpected structure that can be seen in bacteria grown in mucus samples and biofilms.

A new study suggests that a common bacteria found in the mouth and gut, Streptococcus anginosus, may be linked to a higher ...