Microbial soil life, from aerobic bacteria to symbiotic mycorrhizae, has also been destroyed. Thus, soil fertility has been lost. In order to correct the deficiencies wrought by fire, copious inputs ...

Biodegradable materials, including polymers, degrade naturally, reducing pollution and offering eco-friendly solutions for ...

Fungi and bacteria metabolize these macromolecules, converting them into simpler compounds for energy ... 8 PHA materials degrade fully in both aerobic and anaerobic environments, making them ...

The rate, at which the waste substances are degraded, is usually dictated by competitiveness among biological agents, sub-optimal supply ... The detoxification of toxic organic compounds by various ...

Compost, the dark, crumbly, earthy-smelling material produced by natural decomposers, provides many benefits to gardeners and ...

Composting: The process of decomposing organic waste into a nutrient-rich soil amendment through microbial activity. Nitrogen cycle: The series of processes by which nitrogen and its compounds are ...

A natural compound derived from gut-friendly bacteria significantly slows the progression of vitiligo and may restore pigmentation, reports a new Northwestern University pre-clinical study in mice.

Even if you don't have much outdoor space, you can still take advantage of the benefits of composting kitchen scraps with the ...

Recent research has shed light on how these microbial communities ... interactions in compost management for mushroom cultivation. Furthermore, the use of biocontrol agents, such as specific ...

An international collaboration of researchers has isolated a bioactive compound in extremophilic bacteria from a hot spring in the Andes. Harnessing this compound could be used to develop natural ...