Latest Articles for Microbiology

Microbiology Genetic Changes in Bacteria and Chronic Infections

Research reveals how genetic changes affect bacterial organization in chronic infections.

Dina A. Moustafa, H. Fraser, J. B. Goldberg

2025-02-21T05:46:18+00:00 ― 5 min read

Chemical Physics Understanding the Fenna-Matthews-Olson Complex: Nature's Energy Converter

A look at the FMO complex and its vital role in energy transfer.

Hallmann Ó. Gestsson, Charlie Nation, Jacob S. Higgins

2025-02-20T22:21:48+00:00 ― 7 min read

Biophysics Bacterial Colonies: New Insights Through Advanced Modeling

Discover how innovative models are changing our understanding of bacterial communities.

Bryan Verhoef, Rutger Hermsen, Joost de Graaf

2025-02-18T00:28:06+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology The Epic Battle of Bacteria and Phages

A captivating look into the ongoing conflict between bacteria and their viral adversaries.

Christian L. Loyo, Alan D. Grossman

2025-02-17T18:56:48+00:00 ― 6 min read

Synthetic Biology Harnessing Yeast for Health: The ABA Connection

Scientists explore yeast's role in producing Abscisic Acid for better health.

Femke Van Gaever, Paul Vandecruys, Yasmine Driege

2025-02-16T01:32:03+00:00 ― 6 min read

Evolutionary Biology Nature's Tiny Battles: Beetles vs. Bacteria

Explore the hidden wars between red flour beetles and cunning bacteria.

Ana Korša, Moritz Baur, Nora K.E. Schulz

2025-02-14T10:52:57+00:00 ― 9 min read

Microbiology How *M. tuberculosis* Overcomes Copper Starvation

Study reveals bacterial strategies for metal acquisition and survival during infection.

Michael Glickman, J. Buglino, Y. Ozakman

2025-02-13T23:50:21+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)The Growing Threat of Antimicrobial Resistance

Antimicrobial resistance is rising globally, complicating treatment of infections.

Kate S Baker, Y. L. Tam, P. M. De Silva

2025-02-13T15:55:45+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biological Physics Tiny Cell Bubbles: The Secret Life of Biological Condensates

Uncover how tiny protein clusters impact cell function and stability.

Maria Tsanai, Teresa Head-Gordon

2025-02-13T10:26:32+00:00 ― 7 min read

Pattern Formation and Solitons Tiny Waves Speed Up Cell Division in Frog Eggs

Spiral waves in frog eggs double cell division speed.

Daniel Cebrián-Lacasa, Liliana Piñeros, Arno Vanderbeke

2025-02-12T03:51:50+00:00 ― 7 min read

Cell Biology Endocytosis in Yeast: A Team Effort

Discover how yeast cells take in nutrients through teamwork among proteins.

Bethany F. Campbell, Uma J. Patel, Ashlei R. Williams

2025-02-11T19:23:00+00:00 ― 9 min read

Quantitative Methods Antimicrobial Peptides: The New Defenders Against Germs

Discover how antimicrobial peptides might change the fight against antibiotic resistance.

Yingxu Wang, Victor Liang, Nan Yin

2025-02-09T23:04:32+00:00 ― 6 min read

Plant Biology The Symbiotic Link Between Plants and Rhizobia

Exploring the intricate relationship between plants and rhizobia for agricultural improvement.

Yangrong Cao, H. Bao, Y. Wang

2025-02-09T17:41:18+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology Salmonella Surge: A Hidden Threat in Nigeria

Salmonella infections are rising in Nigeria, posing serious health risks.

Gabriel Temitope Sunmonu, Veronica O Ogunleye, Odion O. Ikhimiukor

2025-02-07T21:30:54+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology Inside the Microbial Cities of Insects

Discover how gut bacteria support insect health and agriculture.

Charles J. Mason, Rosalie C. Nelson, Mikinley Weaver

2025-02-03T04:19:15+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology Tiny Friends: How Social Life Shapes Our Microbiota

Our social interactions may influence the bacteria living in our bodies.

Lorenzo Dall’Amico, Xiangning Bai, Sandra Marie Weltzien

2025-02-02T20:02:18+00:00 ― 7 min read

Biochemistry Fungal Findings: Nature’s Hidden Antibacterial Agent

A promising fungus shows potential against drug-resistant bacteria.

Ting He, Xiao Li, Rosario del Carmen Flores-Vallejo

2025-02-02T08:59:42+00:00 ― 6 min read

Bioinformatics microGalaxy: Simplifying Microbial Data Analysis

A user-friendly platform for microbial research without coding.

Engy Nasr, Pierre Amato, Anshu Bhardwaj

2025-02-02T03:28:24+00:00 ― 8 min read

Microbiology The Tiny Giants of Our Oceans

Pelagibacteraceae bacteria play vital roles in ocean ecosystems.

Sarah J. Tucker, Kelle C. Freel, A. Murat Eren

2025-02-01T21:57:06+00:00 ― 7 min read

Soft Condensed Matter The Fascinating Life of Trypanosoma brucei

Explore the swimming mechanics and challenges faced by T. brucei in fluids.

Zihan Tan, Julian I. U. Peters, Holger Stark

2025-02-01T01:29:34+00:00 ― 5 min read

Soft Condensed Matter The Shapes of Bacteria: Growth Models Explored

Discover how bacteria shape and grow through new modeling techniques.

Bryan Verhoef, Rutger Hermsen, Joost de Graaf

2025-01-31T18:19:40+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology Tiny Creatures, Big Impact: The Role of Microbiomes

Microbiomes in our guts are essential for health and conservation.

Mitra Ghotbi, Jason E. Stajich, Jason Dallas

2025-01-31T10:03:39+00:00 ― 8 min read

Evolutionary Biology Essential Genes and Bacterial Adaptation

Study reveals how essential genes influence growth and evolution in bacteria.

Liang Bao, Z. Zhu, A. Ismail

2025-01-30T11:58:27+00:00 ― 9 min read

Cell Biology The Intricacies of Zygotic Development

Discover the vital roles proteins play in early life formation.

Ayokunle Araoyinbo, Clàudia Salat-Canela, Aleksandar Vještica

2025-01-30T03:41:30+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology Bacteria to the Rescue: Tackling Skatole Smell

Discover how certain bacteria break down skatole, reducing unpleasant odors in the environment.

S.J. Galaz, B. Saavedra, A. Zúñiga

2025-01-29T16:38:54+00:00 ― 7 min read

Biophysics The Hidden Battle: Microbes and Resistance

Uncovering how microbes adapt and compete in changing environments.

Lluís Hernández-Navarro, Kenneth Distefano, Uwe C. Täuber

2025-01-28T10:16:45+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology Gut Health: The Secret to Radiant Skin

Discover how gut bacteria can improve your skin health.

Min-Ting Lee, Xiaoqing Tan, Henry H. Le

2025-01-26T08:35:03+00:00 ― 5 min read

Microbiology The Gut-Brain Connection: Parkinson's Insights

How gut health may influence Parkinson's disease progression.

Polina V. Novikova, Rémy Villette, Cédric C. Laczny

2025-01-26T00:18:06+00:00 ― 6 min read

Plant Biology Wheat's Fight Against Fungal Intruders

Discover how wheat defends itself from fungi using unique genes.

Jonatan Isaksson, Matthias Heuberger, Milena Amhof

2025-01-25T21:32:27+00:00 ― 7 min read

Populations and Evolution The Battle of Phages and Bacteria: A Microbial Showdown

Exploring the dynamic interactions between phages and their bacterial hosts.

Jaye Sudweeks, Christoph Hauert

2025-01-25T13:33:26+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology The Role of Microbial Diversity in Health and Ecosystems

Microbial diversity is key to healthy ecosystems and human health.

Kohei Ito, M. Mcgonigal

2025-01-25T02:12:54+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology The H-Pilus: Bacteria's DNA Sharing Tool

Learn how bacteria exchange genes through the H-pilus structure.

Naito Ishimoto, Joshua L.C. Wong, Nanki Singh

2025-01-24T23:27:15+00:00 ― 6 min read

Synthetic Biology Microbial Cell Factories: A New Way Forward

Scientists develop microbes to use methanol for sustainable chemical production.

Miguel Paredes-Barrada, Annemieke S. Mathissen, Roland A. van der Molen

2025-01-22T13:28:36+00:00 ― 6 min read

Cell Biology New Insights into Multicellularity in Archaea

Research reveals how archaea develop multicellular structures under mechanical stress.

Alex Bisson, T. Rados, O. Leland

2025-01-22T05:11:39+00:00 ― 7 min read

Systems Biology The Role of Metaproteomics in Microbial Research

An overview of metaproteomics methods and their impact on studying microbial life.

Pratik Jagtap, A. T. Rajczewski, J. Blakeley-Ruiz

2025-01-22T02:26:00+00:00 ― 5 min read

Microbiology The Urobiome's Role in Diabetes Health

Examining the urinary microbiome's impact on diabetes and kidney health.

Tiscar Graells, Y.-T. Lin, S. Ahmad

2025-01-18T12:50:51+00:00 ― 6 min read

Bioinformatics New Tool Revolutionizes Detection of DNA Methylation in Bacteria

Nanomotif enhances detection of DNA methylation patterns in bacteria and environmental samples.

Mads Albertsen, S. Heidelbach, S. M. Dall

2025-01-17T23:02:36+00:00 ― 5 min read