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Biological motors, which aid microorganism movement in fluids, are composed of two components -- the rotor and stators. Despite much research, the exact molecular mechanism underlying stator function ...

In 19th-century France, the young chemist challenged the theory of spontaneous generation and discovered an invisible world ...

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It's important to note that researchers are likely at least 10 to 30 years away from creating mirror bacteria. On the ...

ARE you having a lovely long weekend with your significant other this Valentine’s Day and the two of you have booked a romantic getaway? Unless you own a cosy cottage somewhere, you most ...

“Grocery stores are kinda like gyms, airplanes, and emergency rooms,” Tetro said. “We know the germiest places, and we don’t ...