You might think you know which animals and plants are considered "domesticated" or “domestic” and which ones aren't—but a new ...

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 ...

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Baltimore — Elevated levels of Legionella bacteria were detected in the water at a Baltimore City Department of Social Services office complex, a spokesperson confirmed Friday. Test results ...

Playing Plants Evolution takes me back to my Plants vs. Zombies days. Gaining a ton of popularity since its release, this particular Roblox game is a regular way to pass my time. The game puts players ...

Scientists investigating an alarming rise in bowel cancer in young adults have identified the bacterial toxin colibactin as a potential culprit, with childhood exposure perhaps increasing the risk of ...

Boeing 777s could be used to cool the planet, scientists have found – but it might lead to acid rain. Climate experts are increasingly considering geoengineering projects to put the brakes on ...

Despairing residents of a sleepy village in Kent say they are being terrorised by 'feral' children who have threatened to attack shop owners with acid and plastic knives. Staff at a newsagents in ...

This fungi-based concrete alternative uses fungal mycelium and bacteria to create a durable, bone-like structure that could one day replace traditional concrete. The project is part of a growing ...

There are many ways of classifying bacteria. One method is based on the cell membrane. In 1884, a bacteriologist named Christian Gram created a test that could determine if a bacterium had a thick ...