Scientists have discovered a species of bacteria that can act as electric wiring, according to a new study. The bacteria, named Ca. Electrothrix yaqonensis, could usher in a "new era of ...

Researchers at Umeå University, Sweden, and Michigan State University, U.S., have discovered a type of molecule that can kill chlamydia bacteria, but spare bacteria that are important for health.

The creek has widespread “fecal” contamination and high levels of bacteria, including E. coli, and the city has banned swimming in all of its waterways for more than 50 years because of the ...

In the microscopic battlefield of plant-microbe interactions, plants are constantly fighting off invading bacteria. New research reveals just how clever these bacterial invaders can be. Plants ...

Oregon State University researchers say scientists have found a new species of bacteria that could lead to a whole new era of bioelectric devices. Researchers say they discovered a new cable ...

Talk about a dirty little secret. One everyday appliance — a staple of domestic hygiene — may actually be harboring microscopic nasties that no amount of disinfectant can scrub away.

RFK Jr. shared photos of himself swimming in Washington, D.C.'s, Rock Creek. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared photos of himself submerged in Washington, D.C.'s Rock ...

According to the National Park Service (NPS), “swimming and wading are not allowed due to high bacteria levels.” Health and Human Services didn’t immediately respond to The Hill’s request ...

SINGAPORE – Is your pet suffering from repeated ear infections? In veterinary clinics, skin and ear issues make up a large proportion of weekly consultations. Behind what appears to be a simple ...

Warming temperatures may cause methane emissions from wetlands to rise — by helping methane-producing bacteria thrive. Higher temperatures favor the activity of wetland soil microbes that ...